As your
uterus grows, it rests on some of the nerves that go to
your legs. Some nerves may be compressed if your legs are
swollen from retaining water. Pressure on these nerves
can cause numbness or tingling in your legs or toes. The
condition is rarely serious and will go away after your
baby is born. The same symptoms may occur in your arms,
hands, or fingers.
A condition
called carpal tunnel syndrome can cause burning, tingling,
or numbness in one or both of your hands and may make your
fingers go numb.
Tips
for reducing numbness and tingling:
- Rise
slowly when getting up from lying or sitting position.
- Ask
your health care provider about stretching exercises
and sitting/lying positions that may provide relief from
numbness and tingling in your legs.
- If
you have carpal tunnel symptoms, ask about splints and/or
exercises that may help.
