Symptoms Of Hypocalcemia

Numbness And Tingling

Numbness and tingling, most often felt in the hands, arms, feet, legs, and around the mouth, are usually the first symptoms of hypocalcemia and signal that there is a severe calcium deficiency in the body. Numbness is a complete loss of feeling, making it difficult to walk or grasp objects. Tingling feels like a burning sensation or 'pins and needles.' These sensations can range from mildly annoying to painful. They may happen irregularly, or they may be persistent. Patients may need to wait until their calcium levels return to normal for these symptoms to completely go away.