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A 32-year-old female asked:

i am 5 months pregnant & at night my arms fall asleep. funny part is that its not the one i might be laying on. ?

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Dr. Chevies Newman answered

Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience

Its likely carpal: Tunnel syndrome and starting from your wrists, try a wrist splint at night to prevent bending your hand, good luck.

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