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Im 26 i had a stroke a year ago i lost all movement in left arm at first but now can move it but still much weaker then my right arm they say my ulner nerve was most effective my question in why is it somedays it hurts really bad and others it doesn't my
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Could be cubital: First, you are quite young for a stroke. During the worst of your illness, with reduced sensation and movement, you may have compressed your ulnar nerve at the elbow. This can be proven by nerve conduction study. See a physiatrist or neurologist for further assessment.
Answered 9/17/2012
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