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Can you tell me why when i wake up my hands tingle and feel numb.?

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Dr. Richard Makowiec answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Maybe carpal tunnel: Carpal tunnel syndrome commonly awakens people because of numbness and tingling (paresthesias). If it is a persistent problem, you should see a physician and the treatment may be as easy as wearing splints on the wrists at night or in more severe cases surgery can provide lasting relief.

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Answered 11/27/2017

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