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What Causes Tingling And Flushed Feeling On The Body?
Question: I suddenly started to feel tingling in my body and my upper body is flushed. Never felt anything like this before.
Brief Answer:
many causes
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for your question.
There are many causes of such sensations. So please let me know if you have any other medical conditions like high blood pressure, etc. Also let me know if you are taking any medicine.
Niacin, a type of vitamin B can cause flushing. So can thyroid disorder, allergies, alcohol, decongestants, caffeine or even stress.
If this is the first time that it has happened then drink plenty of water and possibly take an antihistamine. Avoid caffeine alcohol, tobacco and decongestants.
If you have fever or feel that you are having heart palpitations then see a doctor today. It may be something related to your blood vessels.
Most likely this is an acute temporary reaction that will resolve on its own. If the symptoms resolve then make an appointment to see your doctor for an exam and some blood tests to make sure that everything is okay. If not or if symptoms worsen see a doctor as soon as possible.
I hope you are feeling better soon,
Dr. Robinson
many causes
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for your question.
There are many causes of such sensations. So please let me know if you have any other medical conditions like high blood pressure, etc. Also let me know if you are taking any medicine.
Niacin, a type of vitamin B can cause flushing. So can thyroid disorder, allergies, alcohol, decongestants, caffeine or even stress.
If this is the first time that it has happened then drink plenty of water and possibly take an antihistamine. Avoid caffeine alcohol, tobacco and decongestants.
If you have fever or feel that you are having heart palpitations then see a doctor today. It may be something related to your blood vessels.
Most likely this is an acute temporary reaction that will resolve on its own. If the symptoms resolve then make an appointment to see your doctor for an exam and some blood tests to make sure that everything is okay. If not or if symptoms worsen see a doctor as soon as possible.
I hope you are feeling better soon,
Dr. Robinson
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vaishalee Punj
I think it might be an allergic reaction to a vitamin B complex. I believe I've taken this supplement before, but not recently. It came on pretty soon after taking the vitamin.
Brief Answer:
yes
Detailed Answer:
Niacin is a B vitamin that is well known to cause flushing. If you take an aspirin 30 minutes before taking the vitamin you can prevent the flushing
Good day to you
Dr. Robinson
yes
Detailed Answer:
Niacin is a B vitamin that is well known to cause flushing. If you take an aspirin 30 minutes before taking the vitamin you can prevent the flushing
Good day to you
Dr. Robinson
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
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