Arm Numbness: Symptoms

What other symptoms might occur with arm numbness?

Arm numbness may occur with other symptoms or a combination of symptoms. For example, numbness, tingling and itchiness in combination may be symptoms of multiple sclerosis. Arm numbness due to a bulging cervical disk (in your neck) can be associated with extreme pain that extends down the shoulder, arm, and certain fingers.

Symptoms that may occur along with arm numbness

Arm numbness may occur with other symptoms including:

• Burning feeling

• Cold arm or fingers

• Increased arm numbness or tingling while typing or writing

• Itching feeling

• Muscle spasms

• Neck pain

• Pins and needles (prickling) sensation

• Rash

• Sensitivity to touch

• Shoulder, arm, hand, or finger pain

• Twitching

Serious symptoms that might indicate a life-threatening condition

In some cases, arm numbness may occur with other symptoms that might indicate a serious or life-threatening condition that should be immediately evaluated in an emergency setting. Get immediate help if you, or someone you are with, are exhibiting any of these life-threatening symptoms:

• Arm numbness following a head, neck, or back injury

• Confusion or loss of consciousness for even a brief moment

• Difficulty breathing

• Difficulty walking

• Dizziness

• Loss of vision or changes in vision

• Paralysis

• Slurred speech

• Sudden numbness

• Weakness (loss of strength)