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The side of my wrist by thumb and that same side of my forearm are numb and tingly since i had my son 6mths ago. it's painful when touched. what is it?

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Neurologist: Please see a neurologist to determine the cause of your numbness. Important not to put this off.

Dr Baskin agreed

Answered 4/30/2014

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