3. Numbness and Weakness: The Silent Thieves
Imagine not feeling the ground under your feet or the touch of a loved one. Gradual numbing, often in the legs, can escalate, severely affecting daily activities. Numbness often pairs with weakness, robbing individuals of their strength and independence.
This duo’s root cause is the degradation of nerve fibers in the central nervous system. As nerve coatings deteriorate, electrical impulses find it hard to travel, leading to these debilitating symptoms.
While numbness is often the herald, weakness follows suit. It usually affects the legs, making walking a herculean task.
Though these symptoms can be unnerving, treatments, including medications and physical therapy, can often help manage them, allowing patients to regain a semblance of normalcy. (3)
