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Is It A Matter Of Concern If Having Pricking Sensation And Weakness In Forearm?

Hi, I m a female, 46 years old, 175cm tall, 74kg, active and pretty much healthy. Today, I came from work filling tyred,( as usual) but what s unusual , my right forearm is numbed with pins and needles, and my hand is weak...Do I have to worry? It s annoying! Thank you for your time. Kind regards.
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Hi,

Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you.

Question : my right forearm is numbed with pins and needles, and my hand is weak...Do I have to worry? It s annoying!
Answer : Yes. This is a cause of concern. This looks like either Vascular or Neural Involvement. Please consult a Neurosurgeon at the earliest to rule out Nerve Compression

Hope you found the answer helpful.

If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.

In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno

Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
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Is It A Matter Of Concern If Having Pricking Sensation And Weakness In Forearm?

Hi, Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. Question : my right forearm is numbed with pins and needles, and my hand is weak...Do I have to worry? It s annoying! Answer : Yes. This is a cause of concern. This looks like either Vascular or Neural Involvement. Please consult a Neurosurgeon at the earliest to rule out Nerve Compression Hope you found the answer helpful. If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions. In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care.