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Lately my arms and legs and hands have been getting numb very easily. along with chest pain, i get muscle spasms near my heart everyday. what is this?

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Anxiety: It sounds most like an anxiety reaction. Seek professional help.

Answered 9/8/2015

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