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I am 60yrs old. i occasionally have slight numbness in my finger tips. this has been ongoing for about a year now. any ideas what this might be & how i might get rid of it?

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Dr. Jerry Light answered

Need more info: Many things can cause numbness like you describe. Most common at your age would be neuropathy, especially if you are diabetic. Discuss your symptoms with your doctor.

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Answered 9/9/2019

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A member asked:

I am 60yrs old. i occasionally have slight numbness in my finger tips. this has been ongoing for about a year now. any ideas what this might be & how i might get rid of it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jerry Light answered

Dr Enriquez and another doctor agreed

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