Numbness and Tingling
Definition
Numbness and tingling are decreased or abnormal sensations caused by altered sensory nerve function.
Description
The feeling of having a foot "fall asleep" is a familiar one. This same combination of numbness and tingling can occur in any region of the body and may be caused by a wide variety of disorders. Sensations such as these, which occur without any associated stimulus, are called paresthesias. Other types of paresthesias include feelings of cold, warmth, burning, itching, and skin crawling.
Demographics
People of all ages experience episodes of numbness and tingling. These generally become more common as people age. Episodes...
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