HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Numbness In The Hands And Feet

Hi, I ve been getting numbness in my hands & feet for awhile. I asked my doctor about it. He said it sounds like rynods dease. I went back for a physical for my new job and my blood pressure was low. My doctor said she wasn t concerned because I m a very healthy person. Just recently I get pains in my hand, feels like someone s stabing me with needles, also I ve been constipated alot. Was wondering if you could send me in the right direction. I would feel a little at ease if I had an answer. . Thanks So Much!
Tue, 4 Nov 2014
Report Abuse
Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.

According to symptoms there is possibility of peripheral neuropathy which can be age related,in peripheral neuropathy there is numbness rather than pain.

I will advice for MRI spine and EMG-NCV [nerve conduction] study.
Colour doppler will rule out vascular cause.

Till time some medication like methylcobalamine , you can take them consulting your treating doctor.
You may consult physiotherapist for guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 
Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Numbness In The Hands And Feet

Hello, I have studied your case. According to symptoms there is possibility of peripheral neuropathy which can be age related,in peripheral neuropathy there is numbness rather than pain. I will advice for MRI spine and EMG-NCV [nerve conduction] study. Colour doppler will rule out vascular cause. Till time some medication like methylcobalamine , you can take them consulting your treating doctor. You may consult physiotherapist for guidance. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care