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Left arm hardening of the skin tightness, numb, dis colored, blotchy. no sensation. feels dead to the touch.

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Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

Skin: Start with a visit to your doctor but you might need a referral to a Neurologist.

Answered 5/18/2015

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A member asked:

Left arm hardening of the skin tightness, numb, dis colored, blotchy. no sensation. feels dead to the touch.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

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