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A 18-year-old female asked:

Can laying on my left side and the arm for a long amount of time cause a prolonged tingling/numb feeling in my left hand and forearm? is this common?

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Dr. Karen Butleranswered

Family Medicine 23 years experience

Yes: Depends on your arm position. You can pinch off the nerves and this will cause your symptoms. Change position

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