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Why do my hands become numb after sex?
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Many things: There could be many explanations; positioning causing you to cut off blood supply to the hand or pressing against the nerves, or hyperventilation during sex causing you to become alkalotic. A cursory review of the internet shows you are not alone, and there doesn't seem to be any long-term damage reported with this.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Positional: Hyperflexion or hyperextension of the wrist increases the pressure on the median nerve in the carpal tunnel.
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