Paresthesia - Symptoms - Better Medicine

What other symptoms might occur with paresthesia?

Paresthesia sensations can be described in many different ways, including tingling, numbness, pins and needles, itching, and burning. Paresthetic sensations may be accompanied by pain and other symptoms depending on the part of the body that is affected. Any associated symptoms can help your doctor make a diagnosis.

Symptoms that may occur along with paresthesia

Paresthesia may occur with other symptoms including:

Anxiety
Frequent urination
Increased paresthesia while walking or performing a task
Muscle spasms
Pain
Rash
Sensitivity to touch

Serious symptoms that might indicate a life-threatening condition

In some cases, paresthesia may occur with other symptoms that might indicate a serious or life-threatening condition that should be immediately evaluated in an emergency setting. Call 911 if you, or someone you are with, are exhibiting any of these life-threatening symptoms:

Confusion or loss of consciousness for even a brief moment
Difficulty breathing
Difficulty walking
Dizziness
Loss of bladder or bowel control
Loss of vision or changes in vision
Paralysis
Paresthesia following a head, neck, or back injury
Slurred speech
Weakness (loss of strength)

INTRODUCTION

What is paresthesia?

Paresthesia is an abnormal condition in which you feel a sensation of burning, numbness, tingling, itching or prickling. Paresthesia can also be described as a pins-and-needles or skin-crawling sensation. Paresthesia most often occurs in the extremities, such as the hands, feet, fingers, and toes, but it can occur in other parts of the body.... Read more about paresthesia introduction

CAUSES

What causes paresthesia?

Paresthesia usually arises from nerve compression (pressure or entrapment) or damage. Paresthesia can be a symptom of a wide variety of diseases, disorders or that cause injury to the nerves.... Read more about paresthesia causes