Question 1

the tip of my index finger has been numb since using it to start a grill lighter. 24 hours later it is still numb. could i have damaged a nerve?

Accepted Answer

Digital nerve: Likely injured a small nerve branch called a digital nerve, which should readily, spontaneously resolve over next few weeks at most.

Question 2

the tip of my index finger has been numb and tingling for the past three days now--what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Pressure symptoms: Mainly the symptoms will occur from compression of digital nerve (finger nerve), or possibly median nerve at wrist. Because symptoms are so localized, problems localized to finger are most likely. Small arteries to finger might be compromised. Local trauma to the tip is frequent in certain jobs or hobbies (or even abusing your remote control).

Question 3

the tip of my right index finger has been numb for a few days. could it be because i bite my nails and skin around my nails?

Accepted Answer

Finger numbness: Unlikely to be from biting. Could be carpal tunnel  or other nerve compression like holding groceries with your finger too long, or  cervical spine  disc disease, rarely may be vascular or MS. Would seek medical attention this week

Question 4

the tip of my left index finger has been numb and tingling for 3 days and sometimes the numberss reaches my thumb. it happened suddenly?

Accepted Answer

Age and Location: Typically in your age range the cause is most likely mild inflammation impinging on the sensory nerve or possible nerve injury. This inflammation or injury can come from injury, overuse, and sometimes other causes. Rest, bracing, and anti-inflammatories taken correctly can usually help this problem without further imaging in most cases.

Question 5

left index finger numb been this way for 3 weeks and wont go away

Accepted Answer

Try : Try splinting your wrist, especially at night. If it helps you may have some early problems with carpal tunnel syndrome.

Question 6

i woke up with the tip of my right index finger numb. it is more numb on the side next to my thumb. its only the tip. been over 5 hours, what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Get examined: by your PCP or by a neurologist. Possible median nerve compression or a circulatory issue. Must be seen and examined.

Question 7

i am 20 years old, and woke up with the end joint of my right index finger numb with no tingling for several hours now, but nothing else feels wrong.

Accepted Answer

Overused finger: You may have overused your index finger by overusing it  in the use of a computer. Resting the finger is helpful

Question 8

i am experiencing  finger tingling (quality: in the index finger) , light sensitivity and cold feet. the following also describe me: finger numbness and numbness or tingling. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Numb/light sensitive: With numbness and light sensitive would f/u/w /ER today.  Need to check for optic nerve swelling/ retinitis uveitis/ iritis , autoimmune process  or MS and may need MRI,  or may be lyme,   F/u w/ ER today

Question 9

i hurt my tricep, elbow. index and middle finger numb. index finger purp under nail. what should i do? seen doc nerve test monday. any other suggestio?

Accepted Answer

See  hand specialist: May be some nerve damage, usually transient.  Would see a hand and upper extremity specialist;  most doctors unfamiliar with nerves.

Question 10

left  middle and index finger numbness. mri reveals cervical spondylysis with c6-7   leftparacentral foraminal disc extrusion compressing c7 nerve ?

Accepted Answer

The nerve : Compression is likely producing your numbness. If conservative management doesn't help you may need a surgical consult.

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The tip of my index finger has been numb

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The tip of my index finger has been numb since using it to start a grill lighter. 24 hours later it is still numb. could i have damaged a nerve?

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The tip of my index finger has been numb and tingling for the past three days now--what could it be?

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The tip of my right index finger has been numb for a few days. could it be because i bite my nails and skin around my nails?

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The tip of my left index finger has been numb and tingling for 3 days and sometimes the numberss reaches my thumb. it happened suddenly?

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Left index finger numb been this way for 3 weeks and wont go away

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I woke up with the tip of my right index finger numb. it is more numb on the side next to my thumb. its only the tip. been over 5 hours, what do i do?

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I am 20 years old, and woke up with the end joint of my right index finger numb with no tingling for several hours now, but nothing else feels wrong.

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I am experiencing finger tingling (quality: in the index finger) , light sensitivity and cold feet. the following also describe me: finger numbness and numbness or tingling. what should i do?

A member asked:

I hurt my tricep, elbow. index and middle finger numb. index finger purp under nail. what should i do? seen doc nerve test monday. any other suggestio?

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Left middle and index finger numbness. mri reveals cervical spondylysis with c6-7 leftparacentral foraminal disc extrusion compressing c7 nerve ?

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