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Pins and needles or numbness?

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Pietermaritzburg, ZA

Does anyone else get this in either their hands or feet, I find it quite annoying when walking or sitting on a chair for long periods.

September 3, 2018
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Members overwhelmingly confirmed that pins and needles, also known as paresthesia, is a common and often frustrating symptom of fibromyalgia... Read more

Members overwhelmingly confirmed that pins and needles, also known as paresthesia, is a common and often frustrating symptom of fibromyalgia that can affect the hands, feet, arms, and legs regardless of position or activity. Several members shared relief strategies including McKenzie exercises for spine-related issues, medications like Lyrica, gabapentin, or nortriptyline, alpha lipoic acid supplements, and adjusting sitting or walking positions to minimize flare-ups. A recurring theme was the importance of getting neurological testing such as EMG or nerve studies to rule out other causes like carpal tunnel or peripheral neuropathy, while also finding reassurance that for many, this symptom is simply part of living with fibromyalgia.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Sadly I get the pins and needles, but Doctor gave my lyrica, it works great
I used to get numbness in hands and feet

September 7, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I get it mostly in my right hand and arm. I think it may have something to do with my spine. But since it's not my major symptom, I don't usually bring it up.

September 4, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

Had this for 5 years in one of my legs and its now to the point its 24/7 feeling of ants running around the leg yet all tests say no nuropahty or anything the neurologist cant explain whats happening.

I can be walkings, sitting, laying down doesnt matter the position its always there and never goes away.

There are times when walking that i dont notice it becase the legs gone numb so i dont even feel the leg itself which can be a issue since it throws off my balance even more since the other side my foots numb from nerve damage (caused by a shard of glass injury).

September 6, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I do , doctor put me on lyrica
Numb still there but pins gone

September 5, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I experienced this issue as well, on and off for a while now. I would recommend getting a full neuro work up to rule out neurological issues. They may do an emg, and/or skin biopsy. If they are unable to find an underlying neurological cause, then most likely it is your fibro. If it is your fibro, your doctor can try a variety of medications to see if it helps with the issue. Nortriptilyine, amatryptaline, or gabapentin. (I am unsure of those spellings, sorry my memory is the worst). I hope you find something that works for you! My longest episode lasted 6days straight.
Stay strong. *hugs*

September 5, 2018

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