Numb tingly hands

[polymy]

I too have the numb tingly hands others are reporting. It came on right at the beginning of my pmr. Does anyone know what causes this? I am so pleased to see that other people have it too.

[SheffieldJane]

My hand is itching this morning I'm hoping it means I'm coming into money.😉

[PMRpro Ambassador in reply to SheffieldJane]

Which hand S-J? Left you give, right you receive (I think...)

[SheffieldJane in reply to SheffieldJane]

RIGHT! Apologies for being facetious polymy but my palm really itches.

[PMRpro Ambassador in reply to SheffieldJane]

Oooh - if you gets loads don't forget your friends here

Though apparently you mustn't scratch it - just put it in your pocket...

[PMRpro Ambassador]

If it is your thumbs and first 3 fingers it could well be carpal tunnel syndrome - and it is commonly found alongside PMR.

[polymy in reply to PMRpro]

It is my thumbs and first three fingers and on both hands. Thank you for that. Will ask my gp. Liz.

[ChrisAuger]

I had precisely these symptoms which I assumed were associated with PMR but mentioned them during a visit to my rheumatologist some time ago. He sent me for a nerve conductivity test which resulted in a diagnosis of severe carpal tunnel syndrome in both wrists. Have since had an op on my left wrist and am awaiting one on my right.

Relatively simple op which proved to be completely effective.

[polymy in reply to ChrisAuger]

Thank you Chris. Comforting to know what it is. Will talk to my rheumatologist when I see her in April.