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If it occurs suddenly, for no reason, it may be a neurological issue which could be caused by anything; an abscessed tooth, HSV/HZV infection, multiple sclerosis, or some other sort of viral or bacterial infection that has spread to the brain. All these could lead to what would actually cause the numbness: compression of a cranial nerve. Now, if your face is numb, and your eye, lip, or so on drooping (loss of facial muscle control) it is likely your Cranial Nerve 7. If it is just numb, and the facial muscle/movements are intact, then it is likely your Cranial Nerve 5.
*This info was Confirmed by a PCP (internal medicine), and a neurologist.
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∙ 11y agoThis question isn't very specific, as there are many things that can cause numbness in the body. Most likely its the stop of blood flow to that part of the body, generally by external pressure (such as sitting on that part of you're body for too long). Or it could be another more serious issue, but if its a constant numbess it could be nerve damage and you should go and get it checked out by a doctor.
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∙ 11y ago- Often when certain fingers especially the thumb and a forefinger go numb it is generally related to repetative use that your hand is or isn't use to. Example: You may have a certain job you normally don't do at work and are using your thumb and forefinger. Often gardeners will decide to go out and prune shrubs, etc., for an hour or more not realizing that constantly using this movement has caused the thumb and forefinger to go numb from pinched nerves, but it will go away within a day or so. Also people who do crafts and use scissors every so often for a length of time can get a numb thumb or forefinger; knitting, etc. A535 is a good blood circulator not to mention muscle pain; apply and if in a week or 10 days the numbness is still there it would be wise to see your doctor to be sure there is nothing else wrong.
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∙ 12y agoIf you recently went to the dentist, that could be the problem.
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∙ 15y agoUsually that occurs when a nerve gets compressed.
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What causes your forearms and thumb and forefinger to go numb at night?
I am not an expert, but do you have neck pain at all? If so, C6 (Cervical Spine) is the where the nerve is for your thumb and forefinger. As far as your forearm, it depends on the severity of the nerve pinch. If you lay on your arm with your neck turned a different way, that might be your problem. Try a smaller pillow to get your neck in more of a natural line with the rest of your spine.
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Why is your thumb falling off?
if your thumb is falling off and you are reading this. i would stop reading and go get medical attention. hope this helps
Does pressure on a swollen ankle make the swelling go down?
NO BECAUSE THE ANKLE IS A JOINT AND PUTTING PRESSURE ON IT JUST MAKES THE PAIN WORSE IF YOU PUT AN ICE BAG ON IT IT WILL NUMB THE PAIN
Why does your left leg go numb?
Call a doctor or go to the ER. These can be symptoms of a stroke.
What causes your forearms and thumb and forefinger to go numb at night?
I am not an expert, but do you have neck pain at all? If so, C6 (Cervical Spine) is the where the nerve is for your thumb and forefinger. As far as your forearm, it depends on the severity of the nerve pinch. If you lay on your arm with your neck turned a different way, that might be your problem. Try a smaller pillow to get your neck in more of a natural line with the rest of your spine.
What does it mean when your forearms go numb?
You're dying.
What does it mean my legs hurt thet feel very light and sometimes they go numb?
See your doctor.
Is it normal after you get bitten by a horse fly for your leg to go numb?
no it should not be numb
What does it mean if your head feels a little bit numb?
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Being "numb" can mean being depressed. You don't have to be sad to be depressed.
Why is the left side of the top of your scalp numb?
It's not supposed to be. If it stays numb then you will need to go to the doctor.
What can it mean if your tongue goes numb?
It's going to fall off or get a very bad disease go see your doctor quick!
How do teeth go numb?
Ask your mom!!
What fruit makes your mouth numb?
IF a kiwi makes your mouth numb you are probably allergic to it. My mouth doesn't go numb when i eat Kiwis.
What does under the thumb mean?
If you are under one's thumb you under the control of someone else. Negative!... It comes from Mid-evil days and hunting with Falcons. You would hold the bird on your hand and the strap would go "UNDER YOUR THUMB" !
Why do your hands go numb when you sleep?
your hands go numb or goto sleep because the temperature you live in, or probably you put water on your hands too much......................................
