Numbness in the left fingers since age 17
Jun 06, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Jun
Introduction
In general, numbness in the left fingers of a 17-year-old may be caused by prolonged pressure on the fingers, tenosynovitis, upper limb vascular disease, subcutaneous neuritis, cervical spondylosis, or other reasons. Most cases can be relieved through conservative treatments or medication. In addition to these relatively common causes, this condition may also be associated with peripheral neuritis, gout, hypertension, diabetes, and other conditions.
Under normal circumstances, persistent numbness in the left fingers of a 17-year-old may be caused by prolonged finger compression, tenosynovitis, upper limb vascular disease, subcutaneous neuritis, cervical spondylosis, or other reasons. Most cases can be relieved through general treatments or medication. Specific analyses are as follows:
1. Prolonged Finger Compression
If the fingers are compressed for a long period, it may lead to poor blood circulation, resulting in persistent numbness. Symptoms usually gradually improve after appropriate movement.
2. Tenosynovitis
Tenosynovitis is an inflammatory reaction occurring in the tendon sheath, influenced by factors such as chronic strain or trauma. Patients may experience the aforementioned symptoms due to inflammation. In such cases, medications like meloxicam tablets, celecoxib capsules, or ibuprofen sustained-release capsules are recommended under medical guidance.
3. Upper Limb Vascular Disease
The above symptoms may result from upper limb vascular conditions, such as insufficient blood supply or ischemia. Hardening, narrowing, or plaque formation in the upper limb blood vessels can cause ischemia in the areas supplied by these vessels, leading to numbness. Medications such as Guanyining Capsules,肌氨肽苷注射液 (Ji'antai'gan Injection), or Ligustrazine Phosphate Tablets may be used according to medical advice.
4. Subcutaneous Neuritis
This condition may be triggered by bacterial or viral infections, use of irritating drugs, or external trauma and compression. During the course of the disease, abnormal skin sensations may occur, causing discomfort such as local numbness and pain. Treatment options include acupuncture, massage, heat application, physical therapy, and moxibustion at a qualified medical facility.
5. Cervical Spondylosis
Cervical spondylosis may result from long-term cervical strain or impact injuries. If present, it may compress nerve roots in the cervical spine, manifesting as persistent numbness in the left fingers. In such cases, improvement may be achieved by taking medications such as enteric-coated aspirin tablets or celecoxib capsules as advised by a physician.
In addition to the above relatively common causes, this condition may also be associated with peripheral neuritis, gout, hypertension, diabetes, and other diseases. If symptoms persist for a prolonged period, timely medical evaluation and cooperation with treatment are essential.
