8 dangerous culprits that cause frequent numbness in hands and fingers
Overwork and fatigue can lead to numbness in the fingers and hands, but it can also warn of more serious health conditions.
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| Carpal tunnel syndrome: One of the most common causes of hand numbness is carpal tunnel syndrome – a condition in which the nerve that runs down your forearm and hand becomes compressed at the wrist, causing numbness. This condition is quite common among people who work a lot on computers. |
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| Elbow injury: If you play tennis, golf, or participate in any activity that requires you to use your wrists or elbows, you are at risk for tendinitis. This condition results from wear or weakening of the tendons that wrap around your elbow and causes numbness in your hand. |
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| Cysts: Ganglion cysts are benign tumors that can form anywhere on your body, but they tend to appear on or around joints. And if they appear on your wrist, numbness is a fairly common symptom. |
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| Thyroid disorders: When left undiagnosed and untreated, an underactive thyroid or hypothyroidism can lead to damage to the nerves that carry information between the brain, spinal cord, and the rest of the body. This can cause numbness in the hands and fingers. |
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| Guillain-Barre Syndrome: Guillain-Barre syndrome is a rare disorder in which the body's immune system attacks the nerves. The first symptoms are usually weakness and numbness in the extremities. These sensations can quickly spread, eventually paralyzing the entire body. |
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| Multiple sclerosis: Multiple sclerosis is a disease in which your immune system attacks a fatty substance that protects the nerve fibers of your brain and spinal cord. This can lead to numbness in your hands. |
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| Stroke: Numbness or tingling can be a sign of a stroke. Other early symptoms include drooping of the mouth, difficulty speaking, dizziness, and blurred vision. If you notice any of these, you should go to the hospital immediately. |
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| Diabetes: Type 2 diabetes can leave you feeling numb in your hands and can even develop nerve damage if left untreated. Along with this, blurred vision, kidney problems, and heart failure are all risks associated with untreated diabetes. |
