What Do Tingling Sensations In The Left Arm Indicate?

Posted on Sat, 27 Jan 2018

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Question : Have tingling sensation in my left arm for the past three days. It is not constant. mainly when sitting at my desk using computer with left elbow on the arm rest. no symptom when walking standing or moving.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (7 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Not a serious issue. Please read below.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HealthcareMagic.

I have read your question and understand your concerns.

Issues you describe are mostly caused by compression of the ulnar nerve as it passes through the elbow.

Don't worry, is not a serious condition, there are no damages, try to avoid pressure on the elbow as you work on the computer.

Hope you found the answer helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee