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Numbness in hand
When I use my mobile while in sleeping position with one hand raised holding mobile for 10-15 minutes I get numbness in the hand in which I am holding the mobile. Also if I keep my hands raised up for some time then I feel numbness in hand or fingers. Some times when I am sleeping at night & if I keep my hand upwards above the head then also I feel numbness in both hands & is not able to move my hand for few minutes till blood circulation flows. Facing this issue for almost two years. Is this normal? Could it be blood circulation issue? Is it also related to volume of blood in body? What could be the reason for such issue? How do I cure it any exercises recommended. Rest my CBC report is normal, no dibetis, no major health issue
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Getting evaluated by a spine surgeon is recommended
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get MRI
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Your condition could me mostly because of positional nerve compression . Firstly try changing your posture during sleep and avoid phone usage while lying down.
If that stops your numbness then it was just because of that position. If it still persists then you ll need to be evaluated for other blood circulation pathologies . Try taking vit b12 supplements to reduce your tingling and numbness
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Could be due to cervical spondilysis. Kindly get a X-ray done of your cervical spine and consult for further treatment.
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Needs evaluation.
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Can be thoracic outlet syndrome due to poor rounded posture of your shoulders secondary to laptop use which your profession demands.
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laptop ergonomics, improving posture and appropriate exercises.
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we can do an x-ray and MRI to rule out other causes but posture is high on my list. if you want we can do a inclinic consultation as you reside in Mumbai.
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Could be postural or mild disc disease. Also low levels of serum vitamin b12 and d3 give rise to this kind of problem.
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Get Xray cervical spine Ap and lateral view. Serum vitamin b12 and d3 levels
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It could be due to pressure on your nerve due to the position
Get an X ray of neck focussing on the cervical vertebrae and rib
Consult a pain specialist
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