The phenomenon of generalized numbness may be due to physiological reasons or pathological reasons, such as vitamin B12 deficiency, peripheral neuropathy, etc., which should be alleviated by different measures according to different causes.
1. Physiological causes: the phenomenon of generalized numbness caused by the body being in a cold environment for a long time or maintaining the same posture for a long time belongs to physiological causes, which can be relieved by measures such as keeping warm or appropriate activities.
2. Pathologic causes:
(1) Vitamin B12 deficiency: it can maintain the functional integrity of central and peripheral myelin nerve fibers, and when it is deficient, it can lead to damage of central and peripheral nerve myelin and neuropsychiatric symptoms. It can lead to sensory abnormalities causing generalized numbness.
(2) Peripheral neuropathy: Nerve damage caused by many diseases can also appear the phenomenon of generalized numbness, accompanied by muscle weakness, convulsions and other symptoms, which can be prescribed by the use of neurotrophic drugs to alleviate the symptoms, such as methylcobalamin, vitamin B1 and so on.
If the symptoms of generalized numbness and exclude physiological causes, it is recommended to enter the hospital and actively cooperate with the doctor’s treatment, and follow the doctor’s instructions for medication.