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Tingling hands and feet

(21 Posts)
eilyann Tue 24-Sept-19 11:33:33

Has anyone else got/had this? Bit like pins and needles but no obvious cause. Had it for 10 days now and finding it difficult to walk properly or grip things.

Elegran Tue 24-Sept-19 11:37:57

Could be various reasons. See you GP and get advice.

midgey Tue 24-Sept-19 11:37:58

Sounds like a trip to the gap might be in order, I have no answer but any thing odd like that ought to be checked out.

gillybob Tue 24-Sept-19 11:41:19

Definitely a trip to the GP eilyann . I have this too and mine is due to a neurological condition . Obviously there are several causes but best get it checked out . smile

humptydumpty Tue 24-Sept-19 11:44:42

Echo all previous posters - get checked out by GP..

DanniRae Tue 24-Sept-19 11:48:28

Yes, eilyann I agree with the other posters - you need to see your GP.

Barmeyoldbat Tue 24-Sept-19 12:14:14

Yes see your GP. I had this and had a blood test, found it was an extreme loss of Bit D. Tablets prescribed by the Dr solved the problem.

geekesse Tue 24-Sept-19 12:16:43

See your GP urgently. Almost certainly trivial but could be the first signs of a stroke.

EllanVannin Tue 24-Sept-19 12:57:23

A GP visit. It could be any amount of different reasons, even circulation problems which happens to extremities.

LondonGranny Tue 24-Sept-19 13:00:30

Another vote for GP

CleoPanda Tue 24-Sept-19 13:02:56

Vitamin deficiency, diabetes, and kidney problems. Taking certain medications can also cause tingling in the hands and feet, and infections can be the cause.
GP appointment - Book today. Get it treated as soon as you can.

Flossieturner Wed 25-Sept-19 09:34:33

I had this and it made life really difficult. It turned out to be a combination of things. I had to give up sewing and knitting. I could not grip zips or use some kitchen implements. Please go to your GP. I am fine now and have taken up knitting again.

eilyann Wed 25-Sept-19 14:59:11

Thank you all for your advice. Blood test followed by GP appointment booked

humptydumpty Wed 25-Sept-19 15:37:56

Good news. Maybe you can update us as to how it goes?

eilyann Fri 27-Sept-19 17:11:23

I will do but don't hold your breath! First Doctor's appointment I can have is in two weeks!

tiffaney Fri 27-Sept-19 20:09:23

Ask for a b12 test. Neuropathy is one if the many symptoms of b12 deficiency.

Luckygirl Fri 27-Sept-19 21:09:44

Two weeks!!!!!!

Did they ask you what you wanted the appointment for?

Luckygirl Fri 27-Sept-19 21:10:30

Seriously; if it is interfering with your ability to walk then you should be seen sooner.

travelsafar Sat 28-Sept-19 08:10:23

Ask for an emergency appointment, even if you have to sit and wait until all booked appointments have been seen it will be worth it, just incase it is something serious. Hope it isn't though.

Luckygirl Sat 28-Sept-19 09:19:27

Even if it is not serious, the fact that it interfering with walking means you are at risk of a fall. This can lead to life-changing injuries - OH is on his way to a Nursing Home today after a fall about 9 months ago sent him on a downhill spiral. (he also has PD).

Persistentdonor Sat 28-Sept-19 10:18:42

Eilyann Please do phone for blood test results at very earliest opportunity, and then push to have appointment changed if you feel it appropriate. flowers