Question 1

what causes intermittent pins and needles in feet and legs?

Accepted Answer

Neuropathy/Vascular: The main causes of pins and needles are the following:  neuropathy (usually from diabetes or alcohol use), impaired blood flow, or metabolic causes such as changes in calcium or magnesium.  Some medications can cause pins and needles-a common medication would be topiramate. A neurologist would be able to help you by doing an exam, ordering blood tests and an EMG test.

Question 2

can low blood flow can cause pins and needles in feet.

Accepted Answer

Usually from: a compression on a nerve and not low blood pressure.

Question 3

i'm not a diabetic. why do i have pins and needles on feet/hands?

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Neuropathy: Pins and needles sensations are usually related to nerve irritation or blood flow issues.  You should be evaluate by your primary care physician to narrow it down.  There are many causes, some require medical treatments. Diabetes is just one example.  Heavy metals, like mercury from seafood, can do it too, as can raynaud's syndrome which causes constriction of capillaries.

Question 4

iv been haveing a burning pain in the back of my head / neck 
also 
pins and needles in feet
acheing ear and swollen tonislis 
had this for about 3 weeks?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests.  What you described could be due tonsillar infection and may require antibiotic treatment. Try gargling with warm salt solution while waiting to see your doctor.  
Wish you good health!

Question 5

constantly achy thigh and calf muscles also bruising really easy my legs are covered in them and pins and needles in feet when rested. should i worry?

Accepted Answer

Aching: You should see a vascular surgeon to have your circulation evaluated. Pain in the calf and thighs when walking is a common symptom of pad.  Tingling and numbness in the feet can be related to neuropathy which is common in diabetic patients.

Question 6

hi i have been miscarrying for4 wks, admitted with blood loss and given 2bags fluid and sent home. today i feel dizzy lethargic headache muscle ache in legs and pins and needles in feet. am i anaemic?  many thanks

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Be seen: You would certainly want to be seen urgently and reevaluated.  Anemia is just one of multiple potential causes of the symptoms you are describing.

Question 7

hello, ive had the following symptoms for a number of years, earliest memory is age 15 and gone to several doctors who all said nothing is wrong its probably stress. fatigue, dizziness, stabbing chest pain, pins and needles in feet,arm and hands.

Accepted Answer

I concur : The duration of the symptoms and their occurrence in multiple unconnected parts of your body is suggestive of psychosomatic problems. Ever been referred to a psychologist? You might benefit from sessions of coping skills

Question 8

what causes pins and needles in your feet?

Accepted Answer

MANY things.: Could be peripheral neuropathy.  It could also be a reaction to a chemical in your house or a cleaning product.  Carbon monoxide exposure, heavy metal exposure (lead, arsenic), vitamin deficiency, radiation exposure, and electrolye imbalances are just a few possible causes.  See a doctor.

Question 9

i have really bad pins and needles in my feet and they won't go away and it's painful, help?

Accepted Answer

Lots of things: There are a great many things that can cause what you're describing. Without knowing anything of your medical history, the best thing is to simply have you see your doc right away and get this evaluated.

Question 10

when running for longer than 30 minutes, i start to get pins and needles in my feet. my laces are tied loosely so i dont think that is causing it.

Accepted Answer

Neuropathy: This could be a variety of things including foot nerve pinching, decreased blood circulation, foot deformity such as callus etc pushing on nerve- you mah want to see a podiatrist and get a foot xray and ABI checked with the general exam. Take your shoes with you- may be a simple footwear problem.

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What causes intermittent pins and needles in feet and legs?

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Can low blood flow can cause pins and needles in feet.

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I'm not a diabetic. why do i have pins and needles on feet/hands?

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Iv been haveing a burning pain in the back of my head / neck also pins and needles in feet acheing ear and swollen tonislis had this for about 3 weeks?

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Constantly achy thigh and calf muscles also bruising really easy my legs are covered in them and pins and needles in feet when rested. should i worry?

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Hi i have been miscarrying for4 wks, admitted with blood loss and given 2bags fluid and sent home. today i feel dizzy lethargic headache muscle ache in legs and pins and needles in feet. am i anaemic? many thanks

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Hello, ive had the following symptoms for a number of years, earliest memory is age 15 and gone to several doctors who all said nothing is wrong its probably stress. fatigue, dizziness, stabbing chest pain, pins and needles in feet,arm and hands.

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What causes pins and needles in your feet?

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I have really bad pins and needles in my feet and they won't go away and it's painful, help?

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When running for longer than 30 minutes, i start to get pins and needles in my feet. my laces are tied loosely so i dont think that is causing it.

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