Help! Numb Knees and Auras in Vision

There are lots of things this could be and not necessarily scary K.. Please don't procrastinate. Sometimes early intervention makes a difference. I'd go see the doc NOW, and agree with a previous poster that a neurologist may be in order. Could all be migraine related and a medication adjustment is in order. Seizures also come to mind.......which often can also be controlled with meds.
What you see as auras could be a warning for a specific type of seizure. Almost 3 million people in the United States have seizures. It is much more prevalent than you would think and often easily controlled.

Hi, K. - the timing for the auras and collapsing is way too close to ignore the connection. I agree with the previous poster about getting to the doctor sooner than later. I tend to avoid a problem that I think will be serious, and it sounds like you might do the same.

Sounds like it's something in the nervous system. Please, get it checked out this week if you can. If your doctor doesn't find anything, go to a neurologist.

BTW, it may take some time to get into a neurologist, so consider that delay in your timeline.

I suffer from Ocular Migraines as well. They are terrible. I see a neurologist for them and the first thing they did was run a MRI and CT scan. I would contact your doctor sooner than waiting for your physical. Numbness in your limbs could be an issue you don't want to neglect. I've been seeing an Upper Cervical Doctor for my Migraines. Turns our I had a slight tilt in my vertebrae that was causing a nerve to be pinched and possibly causing my migraines. Since I've been going for regular adjustments I haven't had a single one. Just thought it might be something for you to look into as well. Pinched nerves can reach havoc on the body.

I don't want to scare you but the collapsing sounds serious. I have a feeling that you may realize that and are afraid so that's why you haven't called your doc sooner. I think that you should at least call your doctors office today and tell them what is going on-if they think you should be seen immediately then go. They may say to just wait until your appointment. Either way you should look into it -esp since you almost hit your head on the wall. Don't wait until the end of July. Best of luck to you.

There is a kind of paralysis that some people get where they wake up in the morning and can't move (it's what keeps us from flailing around during dreams). It also only lasts a few minutes. Wondering if it can be partial paralysis in your case? I have woken up with an arm that I couldn't move due to lack of circulation, but it was cold. Also, as the circulation comes back, it tingles and hurts.

I just woke up and my brain is still asleep, lol, so I can't remember the name of the paralysis upon waking. When I think of it, I'll edit my post so you can look it up, unless someone else lets you know first.

Also, you can get "silent migraines" where you don't feel head pain. My daughter has had them for years, even to the point where she's nauseated and throwing up. Arms (and lips and face), can go numb with migraines, but I've never heard of it with knees, though that doesn't mean it can't happen.

Please test your legs before getting out of bed, or hold on to something so you don't get hurt, and get to a doctor!

Edit: I looked it up and it is sleep paralysis. It affects quite a few people, and, in some instances, it can actually be caused by some medications. I couldn't find anything on partial paralysis, though, so it might not have anything to do with what you are going through.

Second Edit: Just found something about "paralysis of only one limb" in sleep paralysis. You might ask your doctor about this.

Have you had your blood pressure checked lately? Collapsing upon standing could be a sign that it is too low, due to the medications. I would definitely see the doctor ASAP. Good luck!

Go immediately to the doctor and demand an MRI. Do NOT wait for your appt on the 28th!!!!! This is serious girl.

It sounds like you may be suffering from some type of nueropathy. You should tell your doctor and possibly see a specialist.

continue on with your doctor or go to HOUSTON, TX....