What Causes Pricking Sensation In Left Arm?

Posted on Sat, 18 Apr 2015

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Question : I am having pricking sensation in my left arm, from elbow to thumb. When I move my arm, it feels like current shock with slight amount of pain.

Answered by Dr. Sudhir Kumar (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Could be carpal tunnel syndrome

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for posting your query.

I have noted your symptoms. These symptoms are suggestive of nerve pain. The most likely cause could be CTS (carpal tunnel syndrome). CTS occurs due to a pinched nerve at the level of wrist.

As of now, you can take pregabalin or gabapentin capsules for relief of symptoms.

If the symptoms persist, you may get a nerve conduction studies done for an accurate diagnosis.

I hope my answer helps. Please get back if you have any follow up queries or if you require any additional information.

Wishing you good health,

Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology) XXXXXXX Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
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