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Half of my right hand (ring and little fingers) has been asleep or numb for several hours. can open and close, but feels strange?
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Ulnar: Likely ulnar neuropathy....Either guyon's canal (less likely) or moreso from elbow/ulnar groove...Pressure often while asleep or tension with elbows bent.
Answered 7/16/2018
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