Question 1

dizziness and tight chest. upper left arm hurts but it's not constant. also, frequent numbness in fingers, sometimes in arm and face too?

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Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without taking additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor and discuss if you may be depressed. Counter-intuitive as it may seem, exercise may help. Start with low intensity exercise such as walking and gradually increase the intensity at tolerated.
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Question 2

pain and numbness in fingers &  toes..?

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Possible nerve prob: Pain and numbness in fingers can be caused by nerve irritation/damage that can start in your spinal cord or further down- special test called nerve conduction can be done to evaluate.  There are many other causes that include certain infections, vitamin deficiencies,  thyroid disease etc.  Also, poor circulation or a vascular condition called raynauds phenomenon can be source. Go see doctor.

Question 3

how should numbness in fingers and toes be treated?

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Depends on reason: Numbness in fingers and toes can have a number of reasons to occur, and the first step in treating it is to find out what is causing it to treat the underlying condition.  Diabetes, anxiety/hyperventilation, autoimmune disease; the list of possible causes is fairly long.  This warrants a full evaluation in clinic.

Question 4

how can i address finger numbness?

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See a Doc: There can be several causes of this so the easiest way to diagnose this would be see your doc for a physical exam, possobly some blood work.

Question 5

how can i alleviate finger numbness?

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Cause must be : Established first. Carpal tunnel affects thumb index middle ring. Cubital tunnel little and ring. Radial nerve back of thumb. Circulation or cold induced raynauds all at same time . Neck and shoulder issues  diabetes thyroid disease vitamin deficiency blood disorders neurological issues electrolyte disturbances etc. Don't get scared by this list tho. Nerve compression  like carpal tunnel is common.

Question 6

i need help with my finger numbness/pain?

Accepted Answer

Depends on: What it is from. The most common cause if it is in the thumb, index and/or middle fingers, is carpel tunnel syndrome. You will need a physical exam to make sure it is not coming from nerve entrapment at the elbow, brachial plexus or neck, but until then, try stretching. Look up carpel tunnel exercises and see if this improves your numbness and pain and it can help in diagnosis.

Question 7

who should i consult about finger numbness?

Accepted Answer

Neurologist: Likley due to compression at elbow, wrist or neck.

Question 8

what to do if my finger numbness and discoloration?

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Warm finger: One of the few things that will cause finger discoloration (either paleness or bluish color) is Raynaud's Phenomenon.  THis is due to a spasm of the arteries going to the fingers or hand.  It can be triggered by exposure to cold and sometimes stress.  If it is infrequent, just try warming your fingers with warm water, but it occurs very often check with your doctor.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: finger numbness?

Accepted Answer

FInger numbness: Can be from a general or a focal conditon. Thyroid disease, diabetes nutrition, neuropathy, circulation  and others in the genrela category . Focal tings include neck issues, peripheral nerve compression (likecarpal tunnel) and many other things. It may be better to start with a pcp., then it can be determined whether a neurologist, hand surgeon, endocrinologist or none are needed.

Question 10

can anaemia causes finger numbness?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Anemia is too few red blood cells.  This lowers your oxygen carrying capacity of your blood.  As a result of this your heart and lungs need to work harder to circulate your blood.  This should not cause finger numbness.  However is you are breathing faster than normal, this can cause some extremity numbess.  If this keeps up get it checked out.

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