What could cause my body to feel weird and weak along with tingling sensations?

When your body feels strange, weak, and has tingling sensations, it could be the result of several underlying issues affecting your nerves. One common cause is diabetic peripheral neuropathy. This happens when high blood sugar levels damage the nerves, making your skin feel tingly and even weak over time. Multiple sclerosis (MS), an autoimmune disease that attacks the protective covering of nerves, can also lead to similar symptoms like tingling and weakness in different parts of the body. Thyroid problems, such as hypothyroidism, can slow your body's processes and lead to feelings of weakness, unusual sensations, and sometimes even increased anxiety. Anxiety itself may contribute to physical sensations, including tingling, as your body's nervous system reacts to stress. If you notice these feelings continuing or worsening, you can check your symptoms with a free online assessment to help identify possible causes. A healthcare provider can then check your blood sugar, thyroid levels, and overall nerve health, and help determine the most likely cause of your symptoms, so you can get the treatment you need to feel better.