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I've had pain and tingling in my left hand now for 2 days and it is pretty constant. what could be the cause of this?

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Numbness: likely to be carpal tunnel syndrome, if it persists see a doctor or perform a virtual consult

Answered 8/30/2015

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Dr. Darrell Herrington answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Hard to say: Could be from impingement, caused by something as benign as sleep position. Consider that type of cause, including overuse, and see your Dr. if it doesn't resolve.

Answered 8/31/2015

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A member asked:

I've had pain and tingling in my left hand now for 2 days and it is pretty constant. what could be the cause of this?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Dr. Darrell Herrington answered

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