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Members responded to a question about numbness and tingling in hands and feet, sharing their own experiences with similar sensations that... Read more

Members responded to a question about numbness and tingling in hands and feet, sharing their own experiences with similar sensations that range from random needle-like feelings to constant numbness and phantom swelling. Several members pointed to underlying causes they've identified, including nerve damage in the neck and shoulders, Celiac disease and gluten sensitivity, diabetic neuropathy that presents differently in people with fibromyalgia, and poor blood flow from injuries. A recurring theme was the unpredictable nature of these symptoms, with many noting they worsen in cold or damp weather, at night, or when sitting in certain positions, and some members found relief through acupuncture, dietary changes, or understanding the root cause with their doctors.