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What Causes Numbness In Thumb Tips And Fingers Of Left Hand?
I have numbness in the tips of the thumb and first finger of my left hand. It goes to the first knuckle. My right hand is fine. I suffer from Type Two Diabetes and high blood pressure. My AC1 is running a little high at 7.8. My blood pressure is under control. Thank you. David Zenkel Rochester, NY
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Hello,
It could be a peripheral neuropathy arising out uncontrolled diabetes.
Consult a neurologist and get evaluated. A detailed evaluation is required including nerve conduction study.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
It could be a peripheral neuropathy arising out uncontrolled diabetes.
Consult a neurologist and get evaluated. A detailed evaluation is required including nerve conduction study.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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