Summary

Often, it is harmless and occurs temporarily, because you have been sitting, standing or sleeping in a position that puts pressure on a nerve. However, these symptoms can sometimes signal an underlying medical condition such as neuropathy, explains Megan Everson, M.D., a neurosurgeon and spine expert at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire. These symptoms can occur when a nerve is damaged, compressed or irritated, Dr. Everson explains.

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