Numbness and Tingling

Numbness is the inability to feel anything when your skin is touched. Tingling (paresthesia) is a pins-and-needles sensation, like when your foot “falls asleep.”

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Adam Husney MDH. Michael O'Connor MD MMEd FRCPCMartin J. Gabica MDWilliam H. Blahd Jr. MD FACEP

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Numbness and Tingling

Numbness is the inability to feel anything when your skin is touched. Tingling (paresthesia) is a pins-and-needles sensation, like when your foot “falls asleep.”

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.

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Medical review

Adam Husney MDH. Michael O'Connor MD MMEd FRCPCMartin J. Gabica MDWilliam H. Blahd Jr. MD FACEP

Last Updated

03/28/2019

Legal

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.