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IS There Ant Connection Between Carpel Tunnel In Left Arm And Rashes Under Breast?
I recently was diagnosed with carpal tunel in my left hand however a few days ago my right arm and hand have become numb feeling very heavy and tingly, the pain is worstening, I also have received under my breast a massive rash ever since my arm started this feeling not sure if they are connected but I am concern that both are
Fri, 21 Feb 2014
Hi,
Thank you for posting your query.
The only condition that can cause skin rash and affect nerves is herpes zoster. If you can send a clinical photograph of the rash, it would be helpful in making a diagnosis.
In herpes zoster, the virus can affect the nerves causing numbness, tingling, and pain in the affected area.
Please show to a neurologist for detailed evaluation. The disease can be easily treated with medications.
I hope it helps.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)
Thank you for posting your query.
The only condition that can cause skin rash and affect nerves is herpes zoster. If you can send a clinical photograph of the rash, it would be helpful in making a diagnosis.
In herpes zoster, the virus can affect the nerves causing numbness, tingling, and pain in the affected area.
Please show to a neurologist for detailed evaluation. The disease can be easily treated with medications.
I hope it helps.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)
I find this answer helpful
Hi,
Thank you for posting your query.
The only condition that can cause skin rash and affect nerves is herpes zoster. If you can send a clinical photograph of the rash, it would be helpful in making a diagnosis.
In herpes zoster, the virus can affect the nerves causing numbness, tingling, and pain in the affected area.
Please show to a neurologist for detailed evaluation. The disease can be easily treated with medications.
I hope it helps.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)
Thank you for posting your query.
The only condition that can cause skin rash and affect nerves is herpes zoster. If you can send a clinical photograph of the rash, it would be helpful in making a diagnosis.
In herpes zoster, the virus can affect the nerves causing numbness, tingling, and pain in the affected area.
Please show to a neurologist for detailed evaluation. The disease can be easily treated with medications.
I hope it helps.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)
I find this answer helpful
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