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While sleeping i am awoken by painless spasms in my arms and legs. alsomy fingers twitch and my hands tremble, should i be worried?

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Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Sleep doc: Check with your sleep doc you may benefit from a sleep study.

Dr Petruska agreed

Answered 10/30/2012

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A member asked:

While sleeping i am awoken by painless spasms in my arms and legs. alsomy fingers twitch and my hands tremble, should i be worried?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Dr Petruska agreed

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