Question 1

my fingertips keep going numb. what are the possible causes?

Accepted Answer

Pinched nerve or: Raynaud's if it happens when your hands are cold.

Question 2

why does my arm keep going numb?

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Numbness: This is a nerve issue. Could be a problem with the wrist such as carpal tunnel or higher up involving the elbow or even the shoulder or neck regions such as a trapped ulnar nerve or thoracic outlet syndrome.

Question 3

my toes keep going numb what could be causing that?

Accepted Answer

Multiple possibiliti: Blood flow could be a cause as well and a nerve issues.  Nerves from the back and lower extremities can do this and, even a low vitamin d level can cause numbness in some people.  Seeing a doctor about this would be good.

Question 4

i'm 45 and am having extreme chest pains. my fingertips keep going numb. what could this be?

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Need to be checked: You are 45 or 49 and you are having extreme chest pains
i will suggest you do not waste time and see your medical doctor asap
it could be your heart and you should not take chances.Heart disese need to be ruled out.If yopu can not get your doc go to the er.

Question 5

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.

Question 6

my feet keep going numb and o feel weak?

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Need evaluation: You may have lumbar disc problem that compress on nerves and cause the numbness -depend on which part of the foot whether it involves l4, L5 or s1 nerves. You may also have circulation problems that cause weakness and numbness on feet. You need to see a doctor for blood test as well as x ray done depend on the physical exam and  your history.

Question 7

my hand & finger keep going numb no coldness?

Accepted Answer

Carpal tunnel: You may have carpal tunnel syndrome, characterized by hand pain and recurrent numbness or "pins and needle" sensations in the thumb, index, middle finger and the lateral aspect of the ring finger. It may be triggered by repetitive use. Wearing a wrist cock- up splint is very effective. Surgery reserved for severe cases.  Check with your doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Question 8

my toes especially the big toes keep going numb pale in colour and cold?

Accepted Answer

Circulation: May be block in blood flow or reaction to cold, stress and/or smoking (raynaud's)
get it checked out soon.

Question 9

why does my right hand keep going numb?

Accepted Answer

Carpal tunnel: It certainly could be carpal tunnel syndrome, a pinched nerve in your wrist which makes your fingers go numb. See a hand surgeon for an examination and treatment.

Question 10

back of head and hands keep going numb. no accidents or injury's what could it be?

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Needs to be seen..: Since I don't know all the details and other symptoms associated with this numbness neither I know the time frame this has been going on for I would suggest that if this is recent go to the ED for immediate evaluation. This could be related to a pinged nerve, stroke, brain lesion, infection, among others.

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My fingertips keep going numb. what are the possible causes?

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My toes keep going numb what could be causing that?

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I'm 45 and am having extreme chest pains. my fingertips keep going numb. what could this be?

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Why does my hand keep going numb?

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My feet keep going numb and o feel weak?

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My hand & finger keep going numb no coldness?

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My toes especially the big toes keep going numb pale in colour and cold?

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Why does my right hand keep going numb?

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Back of head and hands keep going numb. no accidents or injury's what could it be?

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