Answered: what would cause pins and needles sensation down right arm

 

 

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Answered: what would cause pins and needles sensation down right arm

via Ask a Doctor Free Online - Recent questions and answers on 3/20/12

Hi there,

Pin and needle like sensations can be transient due to pressure on nerve. If there is a possibility to remove the pressure by adjusting body posture will typically result in gradual relief of these paresthesias. A persistent tingling sensation can have a lot of reasons like problem with the functioning of neurons, carpal tunnel syndrome, transient ischemic attack, motor neuron disease, or autoimmune disorders, herpes zoster etc. So, I would advise you to consult a physician in this regard. Hope this helps.

 

 

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