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Im cold all the time n get goose bumps, but lately the goose bumps on my legs sting so bad like needles, its worse when anything rubs against it..

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Dr. Nadine Yamusah answered

Neuro: what you are describing sounds like cutaneous hyperesthesia. which severe sensitivity to touch. There could be several causes. Please see a neurology for a nerve conduction study and an electromyogram. Your neurologist may perform other tests.

Answered 6/2/2014

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A member asked:

Im cold all the time n get goose bumps, but lately the goose bumps on my legs sting so bad like needles, its worse when anything rubs against it..

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nadine Yamusah answered

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