WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for September, 1998: Re: TINGLING AND NUMBING IN BOTH HANDS

Re: TINGLING AND NUMBING IN BOTH HANDS

From: William D. McIntosh, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 28 Sep 1998 11:20:44 -0500 (CDT)

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At Mon, 28 Sep 1998, AMY wrote: >
>I AM 35 WEEKS PREGNANT, AND EXPERIENCING BOTH OF MY HANDS FALLING ASLEEP
>DURING THE NIGHT AND THEN I HAVE TERRIBLE PAIN WHILE IT SEEMS THEY ARE
>TRYING TO WAKE UP. ALMOST TO THE POINT OF CRYING, I HAVE TO GET UP OUT
>OF BED AND SIT UP FOR A WHILE FOR THEM TO FEEL NORMAL AGAIN. HAVE YOU
>EVER HEARD OF THIS? WAITING ON RESPONSE.

This is a very common problem in pregnancy, specifically carpal tunnel syndrome. This is more commonly seen as a repetitive motion injury, but the mechanism is swelling underneath the flexor retinaculum of the wrist (the band a tissue that holds the flexor tendons in place) that puts pressure on the nerves going into the hand. This leads to tingling or "falling asleep" sensations as well as pain.

This problem is self-limited, and will go away after you deliver. In the meantime, there are braces available in pharmacies that hold your hands in a neutral position. This can provide lesser or greater amounts of relief until your baby is delivered.

By the way, typing in all capital letters is the internet's way of shouting. You will ruffle fewer feathers if you use lower case. Good luck with your pregnancy!

-- William D. McIntosh, MD Clarksville, TN

This is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to replace consultation and examination by your physician or other health care provider.

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