Question 1

my hands and feet have been going numb very easily lately. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Possibly Neuropathy: While compression of a nerve in the arms or legs can cause isolated numbness, simultaneous involvement of the hands and feet may be a sign of peripheral neuropathy.  There are many causes of neuropathy and consultation with a physician may be needed to further investigate these symptoms.

Question 2

why do my hands and feet get numb easily. i just need to lie in bed or sit on a chair  a minute later they are numb?

Accepted Answer

Nerves: Numbness is caused by nerves being irritated or pinched.  These nerves can be pinched in the periphery, such as at the wrist or ankle, or they can pinched as they exit the spine.  

With both upper and lower extremities having consistent symptoms i would recommend evaluation by a health professional to rule out a general nerve health problem called polyneuropathy.

Question 3

buzzing feeling in feet/toes and hands/fingers. legs easily go numb when crossed and arms when in air for 15+ seconds. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Circulation/nerve : Could be either poor blood flow(circulation), neuropathy 
See your Primary

doctor for basic exam and tests

Question 4

my fingers and hands go numb, tingle and twitch. i have always had twitches al over my body for as long as i can remember. not simple one or two, but and entire rhythm being drummed out. whether its in my toes or under my feet or behind my ears or cheeks

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I : I am not certain about your twitchiness but numbness and tingling in your little and ring fingers can be a sign of cubital tunnel syndrome or compression of a nerve in your neck.

See the link for a more detailed explanation.

Question 5

hands and feet have been going numb for months. been dealing with severe constipation and ignored it. now that pain is gone, will the numbness go away?

Accepted Answer

See a neurologist: Although your condition could be benign the length of time it's going on is of concern to me. There are many possible causes of your problem ranging from actual nerve damage to nutritional deficiencies, diabetes, and hypothyroidism. These and others must be ruled out. You should have a complete history and exam by a neurologist. Please have this done as soon as possible.

Question 6

i experience debilitating pain during / after intercourse that even after taking pain meds lasts 30+ mins - intense pain, full body cold sweat so that i am soaked,shaking,hands&feet going numb after a while.are these signs of endometriosis? thanks

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Endometriosis can cause intense pain associated with intercourse. Other symptoms can occur in response to the pain. Get evaluated by your OBGYN.

Question 7

what could cause my hands and feet to be numb?

Accepted Answer

Few causes: A systemic disease like diabetes. Side effects of certain medications or chemotherapy treatments.. One can have carpal tunnel in the hands and tarsal tunnel in the feet. There can be herniated discs in the spine irritating the nerves to the distal extremites. This is a condition that warrants a doctor's visit.

Question 8

numbness in hand's & feet what could be causing this?

Accepted Answer

Many causes: There are a great many things that can cause numbness in the hands and feet, which can be caused by peripheral neuropathy. You can find out by seeing a doctor, who will take a complete history and perform a thorough physical exam.

Question 9

i have a clicking soud in my head an also my hand and feet keep going numb what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Pulsating?: Is the clicking sound synchronous with your heart beat? Does it happene when you swallow; is it related to hearing high noises? It may be important to work up, see a neurologist.

Question 10

what could lead to feet and hand numbness?

Accepted Answer

Many causes: Hard to say what is going on unless you can be more specific.  If both hands and feet are numb at the same time and it is continuous, things like neuropathy or cervical spine compression could cause this.  There are many causes of neuropathy.
Sounds like you should get it checked out.

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