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Is something wrong if i keep waking up with numb arms? legs get numb while working.
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See below: Numbness could be a sign of compression, irritation, or inflammation to nerves that innervate the arms or legs. There are several tests your physican can run to help narrow down the diagnosis. You may need to be referred to a specialist if the symptoms persist.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Cervical stenosis: The cervical spine, neck, compression of nerves when sleeping due to neck position and walking or when erect can be as well. Other issues are peripheral neuropathy due to many causes, or a separate issue of lumber stenosis affecting feet. Peripheral circulation issues due to vascular diseases and more. See your doctor soon!
Answered 5/29/2014
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