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My arm is "asleep" it has been for several hours.... why?
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Brachial Plexus : You should seek medical attention immediately if you have compromised sensation or weakness in one of your extremities. It is possible that the nerves and/or the blood supply are being affected in some way.
Answered 6/24/2019
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