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A member asked:
My arms/hands/feet frequently go numb when i'm asleep even though i'm not lying on them. what could cause this? could it be early sign of ms?
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Paresthesia: Numbness or generalized parenthesis is commonly described in many patients including those with no medical problems, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, neuropathy, anxiety, medications side effect, thyroid side effects, etc. Check with your physician for proper diagnosis and treatment if indicated. Best of luck.
Answered 6/4/2017
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Unlikely MS: Most commonly, these sorts of issues are caused by nocturnal positioning which compresses peripheral nerves. Very common is carpal tunnel syndrome affecting nerves at wrist. There are folks who possess easy sensitivity to nerve compression due to their heredity. If this persists, perhaps your doctor can get involved.
Answered 11/24/2014
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