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What would cause pins and needles down your left arm every so often?

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A number of things: Could be radiculopathy (pinched nerve at the neck) or something as simple as carpal tunnel syndrome. The best way to know is emg/nerve conduction studies. Ask your doctor which tests should be performed.

Answered 1/13/2014

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