Why is the top of my hand numb?
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YOU MAY WANT TO SEE A DOCTOR. IF YOUR A DIABETIC IT MAY BE NUROPOTHY. IF NOT THEN IT MAY BE A CIRCULATION ISSUE. EITHER WAY IT IS NOT SOMETHING TO PLAY WITH IF IT IS ON THE LEFT SIDE BECAUSE IT COULD BE RELATED TO THE HEART.
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Dustbegone is right. Pain and numbness are symptoms of nerve compression. Other possible things you might experience include weakness of your fingers as well as a tingling sensation as if there are ants are crawling over them. These signs are often most obvious when your arm's been immobile for a few hours such as when you wake in the morning like in your case.\n\nCarpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common form of nerve compression in the arm and is due to involvement of a nerve called the median nerve in the wrist joint. This typically occurs in women aged 30-60 and other risk factors include previous wrist injuries, rheumatoid arthritis and premenstrual fluid retention. \n\nIf CTS is what you have, you probably will have noticed that your little finger is not affected like the rest. If you have accompanying pain in your neck, then the other possibility is cervical spondylosis ie. degenerative changes of the neck.\n\nI suggest you see your doctor who will be able to tell you more after he examines your hand for the precise distribution of involvement and confirm the diagnosis. CTS is a common and benign condition and treatment is usually straight forward. Splinting of the wrist with a brace as Dustbegone mentioned can be very helpful. If symptoms persist, a "H&L" injection or simple surgical procedure to release the pressure on the median nerve may be considered.
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I have...and so has others I've talked to.  Could be you have the beginning of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.  There are things you can do, like slow down on the computer, use different keyboard, something to elevate your wrists.  If it gets bad you might want to  see a dr.
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It sounds like you might have a pinched nerve or poor circulation. If it doesn't get better definitly seek medical attention.
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It probably IS nerve damage or nerve pinching of some kind. The fact that the pain travels up your arms reveals that. I'm no doctor but my father is a chiropractor (some don't believe in chiropractors, I know). We have patients with pinched nerves all the time, though it is almost always starting in their low back and going down to the legs. Starting in the hands IS odd, but it sounds a lot like the cases we have. We have had a few cases similiar to this one, but chiropractic cannot do a whole lot for it. Ultrasound is our main therapy with some adjustments the Chiropractor does.\n\nMore information is obviously required, as I have no idea your age or if you have even seen a doctor about this (I would assume you have, but if you have not, GO SEE ONE!), and the fact that I am NOT a doctor. Also, you say no weakness or tingling, but how about numbness?\n\nWhatever it turns out to be, I hope you find an answer and a solution!
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numbness usually comes from a pinched nerve
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If the tingling extends to the side of the hand, towards the wrist it may indicate ulnar nerve entrapment.  2-3 months is most definitely to long to wait to have an evaluation.  A simple brace, or evlaution of any repetitve motions you do may be the answer.  If you are at any risk for, or have Diabetes, you should be evaluated for that as well.
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Yes, it could be cyanosis.  If there is lack of blood circulating to the hands and fingers, then your tissues starts to turn a dusky blue color.  If there are problems of the back like you stated, it is possible that some of the vessels are compressed, thereby decreasing the blood flow.  Decreased blood flow can also cause headaches.  If your brain isn't getting enough oxygen, it goes into a state of ischemia (no oxygen) and that pain results.  It should be checked out by a neurologist or start with a pain specialist.  Good Luck!!
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Anytime you have a cervical herniated disc it is going to affect your arms and hands.  You may have a disc that is pinching on the one nerve to your pinky fingers.  I don't believe it is something different but you may want to ask your doctor about it.
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You do not have carpal tunnel. That has nothing to do with your hand falling asleep at night. I get the same problem. It is from cutting off the circulation in your hand because of how you are sleeping. It will not cause any permanent damage because it will always wake you up so that you can move it around and get blood back into the hand. You can do a few things.\n1. Get a new mattress. I found that when I sleep on a good mattress none of my limbs fall asleep. I have had the best luck on memory foam mattresses because there are no coils pushing against my body to cut off circulation. As a side sleeper you need a mattress that conforms to your body not a mattress that forces you to conform to it. \n2. Your circulation may need some help. There are lots of natural supplements you can take to improve circulation like niacin, and B complexes. \n3. Try to change how you sleep. I know this sounds impossible but you will not have this problem if you can sleep on your back. Just try giving it a shot. \n\nGood luck! Don't let anyone scare you, this is no big deal.
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just a suggestion.. it might be a form of neuropathy..\n\n\nkerri
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i would say that the tingling is definitely caused from the knitting.....it isnt nessacarily carpal tunnel yet but could get that way over time.....i would suggest just knitting a small amount everyday....like give yourself an hour (or less) and take breaks in between time! maybe that will help....good luck!
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There are many things that cause numbness or strange sensations in the body.  I have some of this and have been checked by several doctors, but learned nothing. You can have a loss of circulation or a pinched or hurt nerve.  Have just tried to find something on the web, but no luck. You may want to check with a doctor, but the thing I try to do is get enough exercise and drink at least eight glasses of water every day.
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You're not having a stroke, but go see your doctor now ... before you do.\n\nJonnie
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Don't listen to Karasu. Although, if you do, or if you do anything in excess with your right hand, you could be developing carpal tunnel syndrome. Seriously, if you're in school and write a lot or if your occupation requires excess use of your hands or anything, you should see a doctor if it continues. Some carpal tunnel sufferers need to have their thumb drained, fluid will build up putting pressure on the muscle and joints causing shooting pain! It's usually no big deal, but in most cases the pain is pretty severe. Try to pay attention and if you see any swelling at all, go to a doctor within a week or so if possible. If you don't get treatment soon enough, it can cause permanent damage. A lot of people have it. Don't worry.
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a pinched nerve perhaps?
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There are any number of things it could be, a trapped or compressed nerve comes to mind first.  You need to have it checked out, better safe than sorry.