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My thigh is numb on the top part its been that way ever since i woke up this morning can you tell me why?
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Compression: called myalgia paresthetica: probably from sleeping or compressing the thigh muscles: usually will disappear with 3 hours: if not, see your physician.
Answered 8/26/2015
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