numbness, tingling in left hand

[nikki_t]

for the last couple of weeks i've had numb, tingly fingers in left hand, also long term swelling in the mornings of face, hands and feet. taking dieretics which have helped

[nikki_t]

thanks for your reply, i will make an appointment to see my doctor next week. i read about carpal tunnel and i dont really have pain so im guessing thats out. what do you mean polycystic ovary? when you say an internal medicine specialist im guessing thats not my local doctor is it??  thanks again,  i will keep you posted :)

[Dr. Kokil Mathur]

Hi
Welcome to the MedHelp forum!
Generalized body edema (or swelling) can be very serious. It can be due to severe anemia, a failing heart, serious kidney disease, liver failure, electrolyte imbalance, polycystic ovary, low protein in the blood, and disorders of adrenal gland. This is something for which you must consult a doctor ASAP, preferably an internal medicine specialist.
The swelling could be causing pressure on the nerves and hence numbness and tingling. The pressure can be at carpal tunnel or at the elbow. Maybe treating the edema will take care of this. Otherwise nerve conduction studies and MRI may be required.
I think you should discuss these possibilities with your doctor. It is difficult to comment beyond this without examining. A comprehensive investigation is required keeping all the points in mind.
Hope this helps. Please let me know if there is any thing else and do keep me posted. Take care!