Tingling

It's important not to miss draining appointments.  Do you know what your current blood levels are? Tingling is a symptom, but went away in my case once I began to near my normal levels. I still have dizziness and unclear thinking, but that may be a result of a secondary condition.

Pins and needles (paraesthesia) is a pricking, burning, tingling or numbing sensation that's usually felt in the arms, legs, hands or feet. It doesn't usually cause any pain, but it can cause numbness or itching. Pins and needlesis usually temporary, but can sometimes be long-lasting (chronic). Temporary pins and needles Most people have temporary pins and needles from time to time. It happens when pressure is applied to a part of the body, which cuts off the blood supply to the nerves in that area. This prevents the nerves from sending important signals to the brain. Putting weight on a body part (for example, by kneeling) or wearing tight shoes or socks can potentially cause pins and needles. Temporary pins and needles can be eased by simply taking the pressure off the affected area. This allows your blood supply to return, relieving the numbness or tingling sensation. Other common reasons for temporary pins and needles include: a condition known as Raynaud's disease – which affects the blood supply to certain areas of the body, such as the fingers and toes, and is usually triggered by cold temperatures or sometimes anxiety or stress hyperventilating (breathing too quickly) Long-lasting pins and needles Sometimes, pins and needles can occur over a long period of time. It can be a sign of a wide range of health conditions, including: diabetes – a condition in which there is too much glucose in the blood. a compressed ulnar nerve – the ulnar nerve starts in your neck and runs down the inside of your upper arm to your elbow, then down to the little finger side of your hand; it can be compressed at any point, but the elbow is most commonly affected carpal tunnel syndrome – pain, numbness and a burning or tingling sensation in the hand caused by a build-up of pressure in the small tunnel that runs from the wrist to the lower palm (the carpal tunnel) sciatica – pain caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve, which runs from the back of your pelvis, through your buttocks and down both legs to your feet Persistent pins and needles can also occur after an injury, or be caused by certain treatments, such as chemotherapy. When to see your GP Most cases of pins and needles are temporary and the sensation disappears after the pressure is taken off the affected area. See your GP if you constantly have pins and needles or if it keeps coming back. It may be a sign of a more serious underlying health condition. Treatment for chronic pins and needles depends on the cause. For example, if it's caused by diabetes, treatment will focus on controlling your blood glucose levels. Other causes Long-lasting pins and needles may also be caused by: a condition that damages the nervous system – such as a stroke, multiple sclerosis or in extremely rare cases, a brain tumour exposure to toxic substances – such as lead or radiation certain types of medication – such as HIV medication, medication to prevent seizures (anticonvulsants), or some antibiotics malnutrition – where the body lacks important nutrients because of a poor diet a vitamin B12 deficiency nerve damage caused by infection, injury or overuse – for example, a condition known as hand-arm vibration syndrome may be the result of regularly using vibrating tools alcohol misuse cervical spondylosis – the bones and tissues of the spine can wear down over time, leading to trapped nerves and occasionally pins and needles Page last reviewed: 01/04/2016 Next review due: 01/04/2018 Show other content ? Share:??Back to top.

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Don't worry Natalie, it's not there for ever but mine tends to come and go and there is never a clear reason for it - just part of the condition I'm afraid

Hi, I'm only into my 4th month with PV. I have some symptoms which never have gone away and others that recently have returned despite my levels being near normal. I dont get pins n needles like you just burning feet and body and also very itchy legs after a shower. The returned headaches are bad at the mo along with the fatigue. So far I think this condition is a plague, symptoms judt never completelyals :-(

Hi Natalie  yes tingling or pins & needles are definite symptoms of Pv.  I've had it.  No it's not forever.  I was told this disease the symptoms wax & wane.  It can drive you crazy.  It's a complicated disease.  Linda

Hi Natalie I am experiencing tingling in my left leg & foot after I take Jakafi.i just read it could be nerve damage. I'm thinking we might have to see a neurologist.  Please keep me posted if you find any answers and I will do the same. Thanks Linda

Hello Natalie.. . . . I was diagnosed 10yrs ago with PV and I've had the numbness and tingling in my fingers and hands since the beginning. It comes an go's but I've gotten used to it. Sometimes I wake up at night with it I usually grip my hands or shake them to get the tingling out and go back to sleep. . . . . Hope things get better for you.