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What Could Be The Increased Tingling And Numbness In The Thumb When Pressure Applied On Ribs?
I have a tingling and numbness in my left arm and hand, which caused me to go to the ER. After having blood tests and X-ray I was send home ok. I notice when I push against one of my left ribs,which is quite painful, the tingling and numbness increases,mainly in the thumb, does this indicate an inflammation which affects the nerve?
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Hello,
It might be a neuropathic symptom related to brachial plexus injury. As a first line management drugs like neurobion can be tried. If symptoms persist better to consult a neurologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
It might be a neuropathic symptom related to brachial plexus injury. As a first line management drugs like neurobion can be tried. If symptoms persist better to consult a neurologist and get evaluated.
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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