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Can the totally numb area on the tip of my finger be caused by a pinched nerve? xray shows mild stenosis and bone spurs. movement causes tingling down my arm and into hand & fingers. steroid injection scheduled?

Q: can the totally numb area on the tip of my finger be caused by a pinched nerve? xray shows mild stenosis and bone spurs. movement causes tingling down my arm and into hand & fingers. steroid injection scheduled?

: Yes, it can but it usually affects several fingers, not one though.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

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Yes, it can but it usually affects several fingers, not one though.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 6/9/2021

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A member asked:

Can the totally numb area on the tip of my finger be caused by a pinched nerve? xray shows mild stenosis and bone spurs. movement causes tingling down my arm and into hand & fingers. steroid injection scheduled?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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