PINS and NEEDLES Problem

jeffsangrace


Joined: 22/12/2009
Posts: 267

Message Posted:
07/09/2010 13:27

Hi Guys can anyone give me an idea of how to relieve pins and needles in my left hand. I have had this for about a week and its driving me nuts. Any suggestions would be appreciated.



Thanks



Jeff

TRNCVaughan


Joined: 27/04/2008
Posts: 4578

Message Posted:
07/09/2010 13:30

Get it checked-out by a doctor.

nurseawful



Joined: 06/02/2009
Posts: 5934

Message Posted:
07/09/2010 13:36

Jeff,



i agree with TRNCVaughan you really should get this checked by a Dr. When was the last time you had your Blood Pressure checked?



Chris

dublinderm


Joined: 26/09/2009
Posts: 538

Message Posted:
07/09/2010 13:40

Could it be Carpel Tunnel Syndrome?



If it is lasting over a week it is possible. The fact that it is in the left hand only may indicate something else.



In any event the Doctor will know best.



DD

graycoul


Joined: 23/04/2009
Posts: 493

Message Posted:
07/09/2010 13:42

ive had it on and off since i got here 16 months ago

i think its just being at the pc too long in a bad seating/leaning positon

metin


Joined: 08/09/2008
Posts: 1588

Message Posted:
07/09/2010 14:01

Carpel Tunnel tends to be just the fingers..... not the whole hand.

CarrieRBag



Joined: 23/12/2008
Posts: 1374

Message Posted:
07/09/2010 14:06

I had Carpel Tunnel Syndrome when I was pregnant and believe me it is NOT jus the fingers but can affect the whole hand and wrist. Could also be RSI of course, which, given your admission of being at the PC and bad posture of hands, is more likely. Get it checked.

nurseawful



Joined: 06/02/2009
Posts: 5934

Message Posted:
07/09/2010 14:16

Jeff,



Yes the other posters are correct in what they say pins and needles (paraesthesia) can be a sign of carpel tunnel but can also be a sign of something more serious like stroke or diabetes! Or indeed something as simple as a trapped nerve we can only guess on here as none of us are Doctors.

My professional opinion is see a Dr. sooner rather than later if for nothing more than to rule out a serious complaint, and if you do suffer from Hypertension then you must see about this today.



Chris

snakes



Joined: 28/10/2008
Posts: 1512

Message Posted:
07/09/2010 15:04

Jeff could be "dodgy mike" syndrome thats why i got a stand ha ha regards Barry (ps seriously hope you ok)

jeffsangrace


Joined: 22/12/2009
Posts: 267

Message Posted:
07/09/2010 15:41

Hi All



Thanks for your comments having done a bit of digging around on the web i think it could be carpul tunnel as its mainly in my small finger and ring finger and the back of the hand in that area on the left hand. Had a blood test for diabetes in Feb this year and was ok but will seek some professional advice on this as you suggest.



Any recommends on good Doctors anyone.



Oh and Barry can you lend me a mic stand (joke)

nurseawful



Joined: 06/02/2009
Posts: 5934

Message Posted:
07/09/2010 15:43

Try Dr Selim at the Green Clinic near the Pia Bella hotel. She speaks perfect English and is excellent.



Chris



p.s. sent you and e-mail earlier Jeff just in case you haven't noticed it yet.

No1Doyen


Joined: 04/07/2008
Posts: 16617

Message Posted:
07/09/2010 15:51

Definitely get it checked out with a Doctor.

janjin



Joined: 10/04/2008
Posts: 488

Message Posted:
07/09/2010 22:08

nurseawful

Could you give me a number for your recommended doctor for my information list please?

Thank you