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What could cause weakness in left arm and hand? could this be something serious?
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Cervical spine: When symptoms like your occur, it is often caused by a pinched nerve in the neck. A good exam by a shoulder or even a neck specialist can help. Xrays and even a MRI may be needed.
Answered 3/14/2016
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