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4 weeks ago awoke after headache left hand weak loss of grip dexterity of fingers brain mri negative per pcp. medro prescription did zip. what should i do ?

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Dr. William Newton answered

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Nerve testing: I would see a neurologist or physiatrist to further eval your issues. Nerve testing may help with the diagnosis.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

4 weeks ago awoke after headache left hand weak loss of grip dexterity of fingers brain mri negative per pcp. medro prescription did zip. what should i do ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. William Newton answered

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