White, GA
A 25-year-old female asked:
My left arm & hand have been tingling for months. no idea why. i'm 25. no heart attack. could i be sleeping on it strangely?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. William Gayaanswered
Neurology 31 years experience
Carpal tunnel: Carpal tunnel syndrome is 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. The symptoms may be triggered by use (driving, keyboard use). Your physician may order a nerve conduction study to confirm. Wearing a cock- up splint is very effective. Surgery reserved for severe cases.
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Dr. William Gaya commented
Neurology 31 years experience
Provided original answer
Rarely carpal tunnel may cause pain that radiate into the arm as well. A good history and physical examination will help your physician .
Mar 29, 2013
Dr. William Gaya commented
Neurology 31 years experience
Provided original answer
Arm numbness without neck pain may still warrant evaluation with your physician to exclude other possibilities (demyelinating disorder -MS)
Mar 29, 2013
Dr. William Gaya commented
Neurology 31 years experience
Provided original answer
I suggest evaluation with physician to exclude demyelinating disorder like multiple sclerosis .
Mar 29, 2013
Dr. James Doughertyanswered
Cardiology 49 years experience
Yes, position impt: Assuming it is intermittent and is most nticable in the am upon arising, sleep position is a real possibility. Suggest using pillows to force you to sleep with er on the back or oppositie side. Play detective related to possible causes which are mechanical. Truck drivers get it with the left arm propped on a ledge or arm rest as an example. If it persists and exam would be reasonable.
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Dr. James Dougherty commented
Cardiology 49 years experience
Provided original answer
Carpal tunnel is certainly possible, but history & detective work should sort it out.
Mar 29, 2013
Last updated Nov 9, 2020
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