What Causes Tingling Sensation In The Fingers?

Posted on Fri, 17 Mar 2017

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Fri, 17 Mar 2017 Answered on

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Question : My right hand index, ring and next finger went white, tingling.
Like it went to sleep. I was active and just before but sitting at desk when noticed.
Got up and moved around to get blood back in it. 5 minutes latter I was oK.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Can be nerve compression.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
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The tingling and loss of blood flow in the fingers that you had was likely to be due to a nerve root compression at the level of cervical vertebrae. MRI scan of the neck will help in diagnosis. it is best to consult a neurologist for proper evaluation and investigations.
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