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Slept on my arm on a flight 15 hours ago and the right two fingers and side of palm on my right hand are still numb. nerve damage or blood clot?
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Nerve: No pain or weakness? Likely to slowly recover but a consult with a neurologist would be prudent.
Answered 8/26/2014
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Nerve compression: Compressing the median nerve will cause this on the palm side, compressing the radial nerve will cause his on the back of the hand. It's doubtful there is significant damage. Give it is day or so, it should return to normal. A blood clot often causes pain and swelling, it is rare for it to cause numbness. Blood clots also tend not to form in arms during sleep.
Answered 5/21/2016
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