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Question: My right arm is numb from the shoulder to the elbow it feel like I slept on it just before the " needle " come but they never do, my palms are pink n arm is warm but I can lean on a hot car and not feel it, also very tired.
Brief Answer:
kindly consult a Neurosurgeon at the earliest for further evaluation
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J XXXXXXX Anto Bruno Mascarenhas, and I am here to help you. I have read your question with care and understand your right arm is numb from shoulder to elbow and it feels like you slept on it. Your Palms are pink and arm is warm, but you are not able to feel warmth. You are also very tired
Numbness from Shoulder to Elbow and Palms not feeling Warmth Suggest a Sensory disturbance in your Right Upper Limb
This can be
1. Peripheral Neuropathy due to Metabolic Causes
2. Diseases like Hansen
3. Cervical Spondylosis
4. Brachial Plexus Lesions
5. Cord Lesions like Central Cord Syndrome or Syrinx
To Proceed Further, we Need
1. Clinical Examination
2. Radiological Examinations like X Rays, CT, MRI Spine
3. Nerve Conduction Studies
I would request you to kindly consult a Neurosurgeon at the earliest for further evaluation
Hope you found the answer helpful.
If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
-oOo-
PS 1 : After all your doubts have been cleared, kindly (a) Close this Question (b) Rate my Replies and (c) Give your Feedback.
PS 2 : In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno
kindly consult a Neurosurgeon at the earliest for further evaluation
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J XXXXXXX Anto Bruno Mascarenhas, and I am here to help you. I have read your question with care and understand your right arm is numb from shoulder to elbow and it feels like you slept on it. Your Palms are pink and arm is warm, but you are not able to feel warmth. You are also very tired
Numbness from Shoulder to Elbow and Palms not feeling Warmth Suggest a Sensory disturbance in your Right Upper Limb
This can be
1. Peripheral Neuropathy due to Metabolic Causes
2. Diseases like Hansen
3. Cervical Spondylosis
4. Brachial Plexus Lesions
5. Cord Lesions like Central Cord Syndrome or Syrinx
To Proceed Further, we Need
1. Clinical Examination
2. Radiological Examinations like X Rays, CT, MRI Spine
3. Nerve Conduction Studies
I would request you to kindly consult a Neurosurgeon at the earliest for further evaluation
Hope you found the answer helpful.
If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
-oOo-
PS 1 : After all your doubts have been cleared, kindly (a) Close this Question (b) Rate my Replies and (c) Give your Feedback.
PS 2 : In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno
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