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Everytime i go to sleep, i wake up with a numb arm--what causes this?
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Maybe carpal tunnel: Characteristic of carpal tunnel, but can be seen with ulnar compression at elbow. Possibly, problem in neck or shoulder. An electromyogram may reveal answer.
Answered 10/3/2016
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