Feeling numbness or tingling in your hands, often described as \u201cpins and needles,\u201d is common and can range from harmless to more serious. In many cases, it happens because of temporary pressure on a nerve, such as from a sleeping position. \u201cLying on your arm can compress nerves,\u201d and the feeling usually disappears after changing position.<\/p>\n
Repeated hand movements can also trigger numbness. Activities like typing for long periods or using tools may cause nerve pressure, sometimes leading to conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome. Nutritional issues may also play a role. \u201cVitamin B12 deficiency\u201d can affect nerve health and may cause tingling along with fatigue and weakness. In the same way, \u201clow levels of calcium, sodium, or potassium\u201d can disrupt normal nerve signals.<\/p>\n
Some health conditions are more serious causes. \u201cHigh blood sugar can damage nerves,\u201d leading to diabetic neuropathy, which often causes numbness in the hands and feet. Problems in the neck or spine, such as herniated discs, may also irritate nerves and create symptoms that spread down the arms.<\/p>\n
Other possible causes include autoimmune conditions, poor circulation, infections, or growths pressing on nerves. Conditions like \u201cRaynaud\u2019s\u201d can reduce blood flow, while infections such as \u201cshingles or Lyme disease\u201d may directly affect nerve function.<\/p>\n
Although numbness is often temporary, ongoing symptoms should not be ignored. Seek immediate medical attention if tingling comes with \u201cweakness or paralysis,\u201d \u201cslurred speech or confusion,\u201d or \u201cdizziness or spreading numbness.\u201d While these sensations are sometimes harmless, persistent or severe symptoms may signal an underlying condition that requires medical evaluation and treatment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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