My uncle is 50 and has lumbar spondylosis at L4 L5. He's been feeling numbness in his thumb, index, and middle fingers, especially when lying down. Is there a way to treat this without surgery?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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ortho opinion is advised to the patient at apollo hospital.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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I've been getting these strange muscle twitches in my bicep on the left arm. They aren't constant, but I've noticed them more when I'm just chilling out. It doesn't hurt or really bother me physically, but each time it happens, I can't help but feel a bit on edge and worried. What could be causing this, and should I be concerned? Just trying to understand what's going on.

That common in many no need to worry as its momentary and causes no pain,once get your Calcium and electrolytes get checked.

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I'm experiencing this odd sensation where my hands and legs feel really weak and lightweight. It's like there's a constant feeling of lightness and weakness in them, and it's starting to worry me. Have you encountered this before, and do you have any idea what might be causing it?

That could be due to Anaemia or any neurological deficit,visit General physician for evaluation and appropriate management

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MRI shows a type 2 AICA loop in my left ear causing vertigo. I've tried multiple treatments but nothing helps. Is surgery an option to remove the loop, and how complex would it be?

You have tinnitus or giddiness? Type II still can be conservatively managed and it might be a incidental finding! Needs detailed history and evaluation

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