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Numbness And Tingling In Left Arm And Leg
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Tingling and numbness in right arm and hand?

Be seen: The most likely cause is a cervical Radiculopathy, which is basically a pinched nerve in the neck. But because of the association of cardiac disease and left shoulder and arm complaints, you would be well served to be seen. Peripheral nerve entrapment syndromes such as carpal tunnel syndrome are also a possible cause. ...Read more
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Tingling is a pins and needle like sensation anywhere on the body. May also be termed paresthesia. Can experience when elbow is bumped (funny bone), or even from frostbite. On its own, unlikely significant but may be part of nerve pathology from ...Read more
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Numbness in left arm and thumb?

Considrr: Might be carpal tunnel or even C-6 radicular problem. Testing can give answer ...Read more
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Tingles and numbness in right arm and leg means what?
Psychological or: Physiological issue. See your doctor for evaluation, testing and imaging to determine the cause and discuss the course of treatment. ...Read more
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Lower back twinges and numbness right leg and pins and needles in right foot toes .

Likely all stemming : From your back. See a spine surgeon or neurologist for x-ray and MRI to be sure. ...Read more
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Numbness in left arm and hand?
Needs eval: Numbness in you extremity can be caused by some nerve being pinched somewhere from your spine - neck area down to the arm. Some numbness can also be associated with heart disease and ischemia, or even be symptoms of early stroke/mini-stroke, etc.. Your numbness needs to be evaluated as soon as possible. Good luck. ...Read more
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Pain, numbness, tingling sensation and weakness in the left arm and legs. More weakness in the left knee. Help please.

Go to the ER now: Localized or unilateral (symptoms on one side of the body) numbness, weakness and tingling is concerning for an evolving neurological problem. People with these symptoms require emergent evaluation and should not attempt to drive a car. Let a family member, friend or ambulance do the transporting. ...Read more
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Tingling in left arm and leg
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Unclear: what this could be, but if you are on oral contraceptives or have high blood pressure or have overexerted yourself, for example by power lifting, it could possibly represent a blood clot or another form of stroke. You should get an exam by a clinician to be sure it is not. Also if you have had any injury, your neck needs to be checked for any damage. Good luck! ...Read more
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Tingling and numbness in my right arm?
Many things: The list of things that could cause numbness and tingling in arm is quite long. I suggest you start with a visit to your local primary care physician. If there is not a clear answer there, you might consider seeing a neurologist. ...Read more
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Lower back pain numbness in right leg and right arm. Pins and needles in right arm down to fingertips. Please help.

Nerve impingement: can be caused by being sandwiched between two spinal bones, pressed by a bulging disc. It can cause muscle spasm and back pain and burning pain. This condition must be professionally managed. See an interventional pain management specialist for definitive diagnosis and management. ...Read more
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Tingling in right arm and hand?

Nerve symptoms: Might be due to carpal tunnel, nerve pinching at elbow (cubital tunnel), but also neck and shoulder may have problems. Sort out and confirm with your doc, and perhaps get confirmatory testing. Occas, bilat symptoms due to some medicines, and rarely an issue with cardiac disease (but over left arm, not the right). ...Read more
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Causes for tingling and warm sensation in left forearm arm and hand?

Best to : Consult with your physician . It is possible that you have a pinched nerve that caused the tingling and warm sensation. Need to know how often, how long and frequency of occurrence. Make sure you are not developing neuropathy or possible side effects from your medicines.Your doctor knows you best. ...Read more
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Pain in neck and left arm and numbness in fingers at night?

See below: Perhaps, position of neck compresses nerve root, but may have problem over brachial plexus such as thoracic outlet, or less likely nerve compression at elbow or wrist. Although left arm implicated in heart conditions, doubtful this issue is playing a role when immobilized. Discuss with your doc. ...Read more
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Pins and needles right leg and foot and tingling right side of head.i have sciatica lower left side.knotted pain left shoulder?

Not sciatica: Sciatica could not explain the fascias tingling. A cervical disk problem could cause shoulder symptoms but would also not explain your face tingling. If these symptoms see new go immediately to the ER. If they have been there for a while go see a doctor. This could be a stroke or serious brain problem. ...Read more
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Paresthesia, weakness and pain on left arm and shoulder?

Possibilities: You could have cervical nerve compression, or thoracic outlet syndrome, or nerve compression at elbow or wrist, and this can all be discerned by your doctor. Additional testing may well be required to confirm, and in most cases, very good outcomes can be achieved. ...Read more
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Pins and needles right leg and foot and tingling head right side?

Have any neck pain?: Cervical spine problems can cause radiculopathy symptoms like what you have. Get an xray of neck spine , in addn. to regular evaluation by your Primary care doctor. ...Read more
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Tingling in left finger and bad circulation down left arm?

Shoulder problem: You describe parasthesias and autonomic changes of an upper extremity. You need to be checked for thoracic outlet syndrome. Perhaps you have predisposing joint hypermobility syndrome (jhs). See discussions on my chronic pain board at quora.Com. ...Read more
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Pain in right arm between shoulder and elbow. Neck pain numbness and tingling down my arm. Now short of breath .

Pinched nerve: Sounds like you may have a pinched nerve in the neck. Often patients will develop numbness, tingling, and pain that radiates from the neck down the arm. Depending on the nerve that is pinched, it will affect different parts of the hand. Over time, weakness in the arm may develop as well. I would recommend getting it checked out. You may need an EMG and/or MRI ...Read more
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Left shoulder and arm pain with numbness in hand and fingers and can't raise arm above shoulder?

Nerve root injury: One of the more common causes of your symptoms is a cervical nerve root injury called cervical radiculopathy. In a man of your age the cause is more likely to be osteoarthritis affecting the foramen (hole where the nerve root exits). The reports of numbness argues against an intrinsic shoulder problem and without antecedent trauma a brachial plexus lesion is unlikely. Please go see your doc. ...Read more
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I have left arm pain with numbness and tingling in my left pinky finger.
Agree: Agree that numbness and tingling in the pinky finger is likely a pinched nerve in the neck (c8) or injury to the ulnar nerve. Would suggest a physiatric or neurologic evaluation. May benefit from emg/ncv testing. ...Read more
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Have left arm pain and numbness?

See below: This may be coming coming from a pinched nerve in your neck. See your physician for a full workup ...Read more
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I had a sudden numbness and tingling in my left arm and leg any suggestions on what could be wrong with me?

Left sided numbness: These are symptoms of great concern. There are several possibilites one of which could be a warning of an impending stroke. You should call your doctor asap to report this and get seen for an examination to determine the cause. Do not delay this. If you suddenly worsen call 911. Alert your family that you are having trouble and do not be alone until you get medical help. ...Read more
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I am curtently experiencing left sided numbness/tingling ranging from left arm,abd,leg. Started in lt shoulder-on fire,pain,numbness, tingling. ?

Such: "generalized" abnormal feelings "paresthesias" need evaluation by a NEUROLOGIST! Suggest you contact your PCP (Primary Care Provider) for a referral! Hope this helps! Dr Z ...Read more
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For over 1 yr, had numbness/tingling/shooting pains on left arm, leg, and fingers. Happens on/off. Mri of brain/spine was normal. What 2 do next?

Please get a: Second opinion. Many situations are difficult to diagnose. Continue until you find the answer and try not to loose peace of mind in the process. ...Read more
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Rash on left side of body with numbness and tingling in left arm. Arm feels hard and firm. Rash is not raised and doesn't itch. Veins are bulging. ?

Need more info: Symptoms are significant. Pl;ease make an appointment with your family physician ASAP. Could be the beginning of shingles or something else and warrants an exam now. ...Read more
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Left arm numbness and tingling. Hypertension. Related?
COULD BE: Please see a doctor asap.
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Rule out heart just had lots of test done stil have left arm pit pain numbness and tingling what could it be?

Pain, numbness,: You may have a nerve compression by your cervical vertebrae. Consult a neurologist or orthopedist for help ...Read more
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I have been having very bad headaches and fighting this numbness and tingling in my left arm for 4 days. My hr is normal but BP has been elevated.

Get checked out: You should see a doctor in person. ...Read more
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I have left arm pain with numbness and tingling in my left pinky finger.
Agree: Agree that numbness and tingling in the pinky finger is likely a pinched nerve in the neck (c8) or injury to the ulnar nerve. Would suggest a physiatric or neurologic evaluation. May benefit from emg/ncv testing. ...Read more
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I have numbness and tingling in my left arm, shoulder blade and occasional chest pain. What to do?

Need to be evaluated: Any chest pain needs to be seen by a doctor right away. Could represent a heart condition. ...Read more
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I have been getting frequent ocular migraines, and numbness and tingling in my left arm. Any idea what this could be?
Migraines: The numbness in the left arm is concerning. If you are correct that your symptoms are ocular migraines, then the numbness is most likely a variant form of the migraine. If the same visual symptoms happen in the same sequence with numbness in the arm, then it is most likely ocular migraine with variant, if severe headache then classic migraine. See my response on triggers for migraines. ...Read more
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I have had numbness and tingling and pain in my hands for about 2 yrs now. It does it for no reason and now my left arm is starting to do the same .

Neck problem: Its most likely a neck problem.Depending on your age it could also be a brain problem.You need to see a neurolgist. ...Read more
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I'm having numbness and tingling feeling on my left arm It occurred last night till now. It's still the same . I'm having neck tension for weeks.i thought it was due to my studies , stressing about exams . But I had a doubt when I had a mini chest pain a

You should see a doc: These symptoms you're describing could be very serious. I recommend you be seen by a doctor as soon as possible. I wish you well! ...Read more
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I have neck pain that's running down my left arm numbness and tingling. What is the cause of this?

PRESSURE ON NERVES: Pain in neck radiating down the arm usually is from pressure on the nerves that originate from the neck you need to be evaluated by your doctor or an ortopedic specialist, you need exam and may need MRI exam to find the cause.You are only 34 years old so see your doc. ...Read more
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I have arm numbness and tingling in my left arm but also sometimes my right arm. My hand also feels like it wants to cripple up. Im only 26 years old.
Arm numbness: Numbness in the arms often occurs from sleeping with the arms bent or working in a job with a lot of repetition. Other frequent causes include spinal stenosis or compression of the spinal cord. Diabetes, low B12 levels, and low thyroid function are common causes too. A neurological evaluation and a nerve conduction test can identify the cause of the numbness. ...Read more
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Hi. I have been having numbness and tingling down my left arm for 2 to 3 months. It's not a constant sensation. It happens on and off throughout the day. Sometimes, I think it originates from the palm of my hand, then sometimes my elbow, and sometimes

Radiculopathy: or compression neuropathy from sleeping on your arm. See neurologist ...Read more
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Sudden severe left shoulder pain that radiates down left arm x1.5 hrs. Numbness and tingling in arm and hand. No injuries or cardiac Hx. Causes?

Cervical disc hernia: Rule out cervical disc herniation at c45 with exam and or neck MRI ...Read more
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What would cause numbness and tingling n ur arms and legs?
Many things: One thing is a peripheral neuropathy, but that usually starts in the feet, later gets into the fingers. It's not really arms and legs, but more a "feet then hands" kind of thing. Certain meds can do it, too. Discuss with your doc if persistent and/or worsening. ...Read more
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My name is pat adams. I'm 47 years old and i'm experiencing numbness and tingling on my right side, arm, leg and foot as well.?

Pat : Visit your internist and let them examine you. I wonder if you have any back pain ? Certainly, don't wait for this to get worse, an entire extremity is already a large area that likely should of been investigated already. ...Read more
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