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Hi my right arm keeps feeling heavy and dead like i have been punched in it, which i havnt. it keeps coming and going should i get it checked out? thx
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Depends on how long: If the problem has been going on for a while and won't go away it should probably be checked as it may represent a pinched nerve, muscle tendon injury, or some systemic problem leading to weakness. An orthopedic surgeon or sports medicine doctor are probably your best starts.
Answered 5/3/2017
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