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I'm 16 years old and for some reason out of now where i get goosebumps on my body and at times it feels like it's numbed, i get them when im not cold?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

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Goosebumps: Can be a response to cold, or fear (Goosebumps!) or nervousness. Short lived tingling sensations are also common. Keep a log of what you feel in addition to the temperature and see if you can discover a pattern.

Answered 4/28/2016

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A member asked:

I'm 16 years old and for some reason out of now where i get goosebumps on my body and at times it feels like it's numbed, i get them when im not cold?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christine Hom answered

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