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A member asked:

What is a cramp, i usually have on my fingers both left and right hands , wich ever side i sleep on.

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Dr. Nela Cordero answered

CRAMPS FINGERS: Fingers you sleep on becomes numb with painful cramps due to prolonged pressure.

Answered 3/31/2019

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