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 62 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. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Maritza Tena Medina
Dr. Daniel Aguirre Fernández
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Michel Villatoro Villar
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. José Alberto Flores Hernández
Dr. Flor Corona
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.