“Should I see a neurologist for numbness and tingling?”
I have numbness and tingling in my hand. Should I see a neurologist for numbness and tingling?
6 Answers
Yes a consult with a neurologist is a good place to start.
If it is persistent, you should seek medical attention. Not necessarily a neurologist, but a neurologist would be able to order testing and treatment if needed.
A hand surgeon would be the best doctor to see for numbness in your hand. A hand surgeon will be able to diagnose you and give you all the latest non-operative and operative treatment options for your condition.
I suggest being examined by a Family Doctor who may then decide to refer you to a neurologist. There are many possible causes of this condition. Sometimes this is benign & relieved when positional pressure is relieved. If the numbness & tingling continues other possible causes include diabetes, systemic illnesses, vitamin deficiencies, toxins, alcoholism, injury, nerve entrapment syndromes, infections & multiple sclerosis. And so a complete history & physical with appropriate lab tests by a primary care physician is a good way to begin assessing your condition. I wish you well with your health!
Hello. You can either see a neurologist or first see a hand surgeon. Most commonly numbness and tingling in the hand is secondary to carpal tunnel syndrome, but there are many other causes. If needed, a neurologist can perform an electrodiagnostic study (EMGs) to make the correct diagnosis.
Good luck.
Good luck.
You should probably just see a hand surgeon. There may be a referral to a neurologist after that, but often times that is not needed.
Harrison B. Solomon, M.D.
Harrison B. Solomon, M.D.
