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I feel a sharp pain in my left hand radiating down my fingers. should i see a neurologist?
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Yes: Most neurologists are head neurologists though, so find yourself a peripheral nerve neurologist that does emg's and can examine you and confirm whether your symptoms are due to carpal tunnel syndrome.
Answered 1/18/2017
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