Q: My two pinky fingers get numb when i sleep on my back with a pillow under my head. what could be the reason?thank you.

40's female with numbness in 4-5 fingers while sleeping on back using a pillow has impingement of the ulna nerve tract. If in both arms this would point to a neck problem, and neck pain would be expected. If on only one side could be neck, but thoracic outlet syndrome is another consideration if there is an associated aching in the shoulder region. A physiatrist type of doctor can discern.

Question 1

Left hand's left three fingers(c, a, &m) go numb when i sleep. how to prevent this?

Accepted Answer

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 use (driving, keyboard use). Wearing a wrist cock- up splint is very effective. Surgery reserved for severe cases. Check with your physician if symptoms persist or worsen.

Question 2

Why when i masterbate for 6 minutes my fingers go numb and tingle, is that dangerous? also i can't sleep with my elbow bent all the way or it'll numb?

Accepted Answer

Sounds like you are compressing your ulnar nerve at the elbow.  Talk to your doctor about getting EMG study and subsequent treatment.

Question 3

My left arm and hand are going numb when i sleep i do not sleep on that side. on occasions this has resulted in pain and swelling in my left fingers?

Accepted Answer

Arm and hand numbness overnight  is commonly caused by neck mal positioning or wrist flexion during sleep. Sleep collar, special pillows for supporting head, and wrist braces are easily obtained for a trial. The edema should not recur with above. If the problem is not resolved, your doctor can assist

Question 4

My two pinky fingers get numb when i sleep on my back with a pillow under my head. what could be the reason?thank you.

Accepted Answer

40&#x27;s female with numbness in 4-5 fingers while sleeping on back using a pillow has impingement of the ulna nerve tract.  If in both arms this would point to a neck problem, and neck pain would be expected.  If on only one side could be neck, but thoracic outlet syndrome is another consideration if there is an associated aching in the shoulder region.  A physiatrist type of doctor can discern.

Question 5

My first finger goes to sleep when it gets cold half of it feels so numb it hurts?

Accepted Answer

Could wonder about carpal tunnel syndrome, but maybe a cold reaction secondary to raynaud's phenomenon.  Have your primary doctor check it out, as this may be quite benign and easily handled.

Question 6

I feel numbness in fingers. esp. after woke up fr nights sleep, or eating. why is this?

Accepted Answer

Related to some form of nerve compression, like carpal tunnel.   Have your family doctor evaluate you, and decide if you need a referral to a hand surgeon.

Question 7

My whole body goes numb while sleeping and i feel like my body is rotating. even after i wake up sometimes my fingers cannot be stretched.

Accepted Answer

If your joints are stiff in the morning and they get better as the day goes by, you may be suffering from arthritis. You need to be evaluated by a physician for this and the other issue

Question 8

Can sleeping in certain position cause you to feel numbness in the toes and fingers?

Accepted Answer

It is possible. If you are sleeping in positions that rest heavy pressure on blood vessels or even kink them off, this would cause a lack of blood flow to the nerves thereby causing the areas downstream to become numb.

Question 9

My fingers of both hands become numb and discomforts me in sleep?

Accepted Answer

Suspect carpal tunnel or interruption of circulation. Will require physician evaluation.

Question 10

I have pain on my right middle finger, gets warm and numb and at night falls sleep i want to know if i really need to be concerned about this?

Accepted Answer

Numbness to the driver's finger is a serious problem, lol. On a more serious note this could be an early sign of carpal tunnel syndrome or some other neurological problem. Try sleeping with a wrist split and see if the problem improves or goes away.

Why do my fingers go numb when I sleep

Left hand's left three fingers(c, a, &m) go numb when i sleep. how to prevent this?

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Why when i masterbate for 6 minutes my fingers go numb and tingle, is that dangerous? also i can't sleep with my elbow bent all the way or it'll numb?

My left arm and hand are going numb when i sleep i do not sleep on that side. on occasions this has resulted in pain and swelling in my left fingers?

My two pinky fingers get numb when i sleep on my back with a pillow under my head. what could be the reason?thank you.

My first finger goes to sleep when it gets cold half of it feels so numb it hurts?

I feel numbness in fingers. esp. after woke up fr nights sleep, or eating. why is this?

My whole body goes numb while sleeping and i feel like my body is rotating. even after i wake up sometimes my fingers cannot be stretched.

Can sleeping in certain position cause you to feel numbness in the toes and fingers?

My fingers of both hands become numb and discomforts me in sleep?

I have pain on my right middle finger, gets warm and numb and at night falls sleep i want to know if i really need to be concerned about this?

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