Question 1

what does ot mean if hands always go numb and is worst while laying down as if somebody is sitting on your arms?

Accepted Answer

Likely nerve: Most common cause is carpal tunnel syndrome, with nerves compressed at wrists, perhaps secondary to keyboarding.  Although might wonder re nerves higher up in arms, this is less likely.  Could wonder about a neck issue (stenosis?), and recommend you see your doctor and perhaps get films of neck.  An EMG study will probably confirm cts.

Question 2

what causes hands to go numb at night?

Accepted Answer

A couple of things: Wnat is your sleep position?  Sleeping with the arms over the head, bent at the elbow or other positions can cause the hands to be numb or partially numb.  You may have a neck problem and would depend on the positon of the neck and the type of pillow your have.  I would see your pcp, neurologist or neurosurgeon or orthopedist and get checked out.

Question 3

my hands will go numb ,  what could cause it ?

Accepted Answer

Anxiety: When you are stressed, holding your stress in your chest and breathing too shallow and thus too rapidly your carbon dioxide levels change and this hand numbness is a common result. This is about your stress.

Question 4

should i be concerned if my hands keep going numb?

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Yes: Numbness and tingling most likely represents a nerve compression of one or more nerves of the upper extremity - commonly carpal tunnel syndrome or cubital tunnel syndrome.  There are a host of other medical conditions that can cause it as well.  The reason it is a concern is than prolonged compressions can lead to permanent nerve damage.  A qualified hand surgeon could help you.

Question 5

can extensive drug use cause your hands to go numb?

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Depends: On drug and why is it used.

Question 6

why would my hands keep going numb. its bad at night?

Accepted Answer

May be carpal tunnel: It is possible that you may have carpal tunnel syndrome.  When sleeping at night, you may be flexing your wrist or sleeping on it.  There is a nerve which can be compressed leading to numbness.  It tends to affect the thumb, index, and middle finger.  However, you should see your primary care provider to confirm this as there are other possibilities as well.

Question 7

what does it mean if both of your hands constantly go numb?

Accepted Answer

Nerve compression: Numbness is typically an indication that you may have a nerve entrapment syndrome such as carpal tunnel syndrome which is a nerve compression in the wrist or possibly cubital tunnel syndrome which has a compression at the elbow. Evaluation by a hand surgeon and nerve conduction studies can help identify the source and proper treatment options.

Question 8

why does my insides feel shaky? and my hands keep going numb

Accepted Answer

Need more info: Hi. Sorry, but we can't guess at things like this. We have no information on you, no medical history, no medications you take, etc. We don't even know your age! You should see your doc for a thorough evaluation and diagnostic tests. That is your best chance. Good luck!

Question 9

my hands are going numb and its gets hard to move them plus they are really shaky ?

Accepted Answer

Carpal Tunnel synd.: In a young woman, they're are very few serious things that can cause these symptoms. Carpal tunnel syndrome is probably the most common, and it is treatable.  See your doctor, a hand specialist, a neurologist, orthopedist, rheumatologist or physiatrist.

Question 10

why does my hand keep going numb?

Accepted Answer

Squeezed nerves: Often carpal tunnel syndrome (nerve compressed in wrist) or ulnar nerve entrapment (at the funnybone area) can cause this...It is quite common. Also pinched nerve in the neck area can cause numbness to hands/fingers as well.
It is difficult to accurately tell what you have based on the limited info you provided. Consult doc for an evaluation/treatment. Good luck.

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My hands will go numb , what could cause it ?

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Should i be concerned if my hands keep going numb?

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Can extensive drug use cause your hands to go numb?

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