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My Left Hand Has Felt Very Weak, Itchy/numb And Floppy Constantly. Concerned?
hello, since saturday my left hand has felt very weak and floppy. i dont feel like i have any strengh in it and its kind of an itchy/numb feeling. its constantly there and doesn't come and go but there are times i notice it more than others. i am 25 years old and female. I'm just a little concerned and would like to put my mind at rest
Fri, 26 Apr 2013
Hello
Weakness and numbness is usually attributed to peripheral nerve problems although other causes may be there. First of all, has the weakness increased/progressed since it started? Did you have any injury to your arm? Any radiating pain form your neck or shoulder?
In Any case i would advise you to consult a neurologist/ physician as soon as possible so that you can be examined and the exact cause of your symptoms can be known.
Take care
Weakness and numbness is usually attributed to peripheral nerve problems although other causes may be there. First of all, has the weakness increased/progressed since it started? Did you have any injury to your arm? Any radiating pain form your neck or shoulder?
In Any case i would advise you to consult a neurologist/ physician as soon as possible so that you can be examined and the exact cause of your symptoms can be known.
Take care
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