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With pinched nerve in neck , could you get zaps in arm & back? after those zaps it's like my nerves are impaired or i have loss of sensation ...should i see someone?

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Dr. Mark Dickson answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Yes and yes: Yes, you should see someone. If your nerves are impaired now, they may get worse without treatment, causing a serious problem.

Answered 6/18/2015

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A member asked:

With pinched nerve in neck , could you get zaps in arm & back? after those zaps it's like my nerves are impaired or i have loss of sensation ...should i see someone?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Dickson answered

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