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I'm right-handed.i forget to use my left hand.my left hand is oftenin my pocket.i hold a heavy thing only with the right hand and the thing falls down

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Dr. Neil Kudler answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Please clarify: Is your left hand newly weak or just weaker than the right because of your natural right handedness. If you have sudden onset left handed weakness, you should see your doctor ASAP.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I'm right-handed.i forget to use my left hand.my left hand is oftenin my pocket.i hold a heavy thing only with the right hand and the thing falls down

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Neil Kudler answered

Dr Minich agreed

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