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Pricking sensation
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I feel pricking sensation sometimes in arms some time in legs now i feel on head plz solve my concern what is reason for this
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Common causes for pins and needles pricking sensation are
Nerve compression or issues: Pinched nerves in the neck (cervical spine) or peripheral nerve stress can send odd signals to the head, hands, and feet.
Vitamin shortages: Low levels of vitamin B12 or other essential vitamins can impact healthy nerve function.
Underlying health factors: Conditions like blood sugar imbalances or circulation issues can affect how nerves behave
Stress or anxiety can also cause temporary symptoms
Next Steps
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Health Tips
please check your vitamin B12 levels , FBS, PPBS, HbA1c, TFT, vitamin D levels and cervical spine X ray and review on practo
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Get these tests done:-
Thyroid profile - Tsh, t3, t4
Magnesium levels
Vitamin B12
Vitamin D3
Blood sugar - Fbs, Ppbs
HbA1c
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May be anxiety/ stress .
Get your vitamin b12 and d check
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Pins-and-needles sensations can be due to many reasons such as vitamin B12 or vitamin D deficiency, anxiety, diabetes, thyroid disorders, or irritation of the nerves.
Next Steps
You should get clinical examination and blood tests done (CBC, Random blood sugar levels, serum vitamin B12 and D3, TSH, S. Calcium)
Health Tips
You should immediately consult a nearby doctor if u develop weakness, numbness, facial weakness or speech slurring
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