Tingling

[melis208]

I have had tingling in my left arm and hand for about 3 wks. What is causing this?
Feels like pins & needles sometimes.

[sonu78]

Hi,
You seem to be having some nerve pathology.
Can you be more informative on question - did  you have trauma, shooting pain
are you diabetic?
Require a clinical examination to be certain of pathology.

[Caliber2005]

Hi Melis,
How are you feeling now?
Tingling and numbness suggest some peripheral nerve pathology. Either a nerve compression or pressure on nerve can cause similar symptoms.
Peripheral nerve pathology can be due to Vitamin B12 deficiency, in long standing diabetes, thyroid dysfunction.
The area you are describing is C5 to T1 area.
Consult a physician and decide on further course of action.
Bye.

[noops01]

Hi,
You can get a blood sugar test done to rule out diabetes and also a thyroid test done to rule out hypothyroidism. Sometimes vitamin deficiency and dehydration can cause tingling and pins and needles sensation. Maintain adequate hydration and take a B12 supplement and see if it works. If it still persists please consult your physician. Good luck!