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What Causes Tingling Sensation On The Hands And Feet?
Question: I have tingling in my hands and sometimes feet. My hands and feet are sometimes sensitive to the touch and ache. I don't feel I have good circulation. I was thinking this could be diabetic neuropathy, but I've never been diagnosed with diabetes. I know there are a few possibilities. Thanks.
Brief Answer:
Neuropathy.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your question.
Noted your concern.
Yes these are the symptoms of neuropathy.
There are many causes of peripheral neuropathy.
In such a situation there is a need for detailed physical examination including neurological and spine examination.
Depending upon clinical examination following evaluation may be suggested-
- Blood sugar levels Fasting and post-prandial, HbA1c if not already done.
- Complete blood count.
- Renal function test including serum urea, creatinine, electrolytes.
- Liver Function test including Bilirubin, Liver enzymes, Total Proteins and albumin.
- Calcium profile.
- Thyroid Function Test.
- Vitamin B12 level.
- Vitamin D3 level.
Also there may be need for Nerve conduction study.
Better to consult neurophysician.
Hope this helps you.
Regards,
Dr. Abhay Mali.
Neuropathy.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your question.
Noted your concern.
Yes these are the symptoms of neuropathy.
There are many causes of peripheral neuropathy.
In such a situation there is a need for detailed physical examination including neurological and spine examination.
Depending upon clinical examination following evaluation may be suggested-
- Blood sugar levels Fasting and post-prandial, HbA1c if not already done.
- Complete blood count.
- Renal function test including serum urea, creatinine, electrolytes.
- Liver Function test including Bilirubin, Liver enzymes, Total Proteins and albumin.
- Calcium profile.
- Thyroid Function Test.
- Vitamin B12 level.
- Vitamin D3 level.
Also there may be need for Nerve conduction study.
Better to consult neurophysician.
Hope this helps you.
Regards,
Dr. Abhay Mali.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Veerisetty Shyamkumar
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I went to the ER today for this and my bloodwork came back very good. What does this mean? What could be causing this? So far, the symptoms have subsided a little bit. Should I see my primary? Thanks.
I went to the ER today for this and my bloodwork came back very good. What does this mean? What could be causing this? So far, the symptoms have subsided a little bit. Should I see my primary? Thanks.
Brief Answer:
Yes consult your primary doctor.
Detailed Answer:
It will be better to consult your primary doctor so that he can evaluate you clinically and can correlate your blood reports.
Also possible need for imaging of spinal cord can be evaluated.
Hope this helps you.
Yes consult your primary doctor.
Detailed Answer:
It will be better to consult your primary doctor so that he can evaluate you clinically and can correlate your blood reports.
Also possible need for imaging of spinal cord can be evaluated.
Hope this helps you.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Nagamani Ng
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