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Hi.., been having problems with both arms and hands going numb... wakes me up at night and just happens through out the day... should i be concerned?

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Need to clarify: This coudl be vascular or neurolgical. You should see your physician.

Dr Blinski agreed

Answered 11/9/2015

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