Numbness and Tingling in Children

Common causes of numbness and tingling in children and what you should know.

Common Causes

  • Injury or trauma — Sports or falls might injure nerves, causing temporary tingling in limbs.
  • Infections like Lyme disease — Tick bites could lead to nerve inflammation, with numbness in early stages.
  • Guillain-Barré syndrome — An immune reaction after infection might attack nerves, starting with leg tingling.
  • Migraines — Some migraines may include aura with sensory changes like hand numbness.

Learn More

For a full overview of this symptom, including home remedies and when to see a doctor, read our complete guide on Numbness and Tingling.

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