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What Could Be The Cause For Pins And Needles Feeling In My Thumbs?
Hi for the past week or so iv been getting pins and needles in my left thumb and forefinger when I lean forward I am 35 years old and am on medication for hypertension I m a white male smoker and slightly overweight. Please tell me what could be causing my symptoms thanks in advabce
Fri, 20 Dec 2019
Hello,
Pins in the thumb means neuropathy, which is inflammation in the nerves supplying your fingers. you should check for blood sugar and you may take vit B12 to decrease these symptoms.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist
Pins in the thumb means neuropathy, which is inflammation in the nerves supplying your fingers. you should check for blood sugar and you may take vit B12 to decrease these symptoms.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Salah Saad Shoman, Internal Medicine Specialist
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