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Does Anyone Else Get These Hot-needle-like Stabbing Shooting Pains In Their Hands? OUCH!

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Chattanooga, TN
February 8, 2023
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Yes, many people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) experience similar sensations. According to the knowledge base, these stabbing, shooting pains can be a symptom of peripheral neuropathy associated with RA. This condition can cause sharp, throbbing, burning, freezing, or shooting pain, often worsening at night. Other symptoms Show Full Answer

Yes, many people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) experience similar sensations. According to the knowledge base, these stabbing, shooting pains can be a symptom of peripheral neuropathy associated with RA. This condition can cause sharp, throbbing, burning, freezing, or shooting pain, often worsening at night. Other symptoms may include muscle weakness, cramping, extreme sensitivity to touch, and difficulty with coordination and balance. If these symptoms persist, it's important to discuss them with your healthcare provider.

August 1, 2024
A myRAteam Member

I have had them before. I also have muscle spasm, which are excruciating.

March 15, 2023
A myRAteam Member

Yes..they are awful 😖

February 10, 2023
A myRAteam Member

Yes I do.

February 9, 2023
A myRAteam Member

Yes. All the time in my feet. Lyrics helped me with this, for Fibromyalgia. I have RA also take Metho, celebrex, Lyrica, Remicade infusions.

February 8, 2023

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