<human>: My left temple has been numb for 4 or 5 days. Not tingling numb, just like novocaine numb. Its been constant in the temple area, but off & on in my 2 middle fingers on left hand. My fingers are tingling kind of numb. No other symptoms that Ive noticed. No idea what could have caused it in the first place either.
<bot>: Hello! Welcome on Chat Doctor! Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms could be related to anxiety or tension type headache. The tingling in the fingers may be related to a peripheral nerve compression, probably after holding your hand in a certain position for a long time. Anyway, these troubles do not indicate any serious underlying medical condition. So, relax, there is nothing to worry about! If the problems persists, I would recommend consulting with a neurologist for a careful neurological exam and some tests: - complete blood count for anemia-blood electrolytes for any imbalance- a nerve conduction study for possible peripheral nerve compression (a pinched nerve). Hope you will find this answer helpful! Best wishes, 