Paresthesia
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Paresthesia is an abnormal sensation in the skin, commonly described as tingling, burning, numbness, or pins and needles, that appears without a physical stimulus to explain it. It can be brief, like when an arm "falls asleep," or persistent when it reflects a nerve disorder.
Common causes: compression of a nerve, sustained poor posture, circulation problems, nutritional deficiencies, or certain metabolic disorders may also be involved.
When to see a doctor? It is advisable to seek care if the paresthesia is frequent, lasts a long time, is accompanied by weakness, or affects several parts of the body.
Which specialist evaluates it? The neurologist studies paresthesia of nervous origin, while the internist helps investigate general or metabolic causes. In the presence of persistent sensations or ones that spread, it is advisable to discuss it with a professional who can guide the evaluation.
Data on 55 doctors who treat paresthesia
Which specialist treats paresthesia?
Paresthesia (tingling or numbness) should be evaluated by an internist, who investigates possible causes and determines whether further studies or referral to another specialist are needed.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in paresthesia
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Dr. Pedro Mario Gonzalez Martinez
Frequently asked questions
What is paresthesia?
Paresthesia is an abnormal sensation in the skin, commonly described as tingling, burning, numbness, or pins and needles, that appears without a physical stimulus to explain it. It can be brief, like when an arm "falls asleep," or persistent when it reflects a nerve disorder.
Which doctor treats paresthesia?
Paresthesia (tingling or numbness) should be evaluated by an internist, who investigates possible causes and determines whether further studies or referral to another specialist are needed.