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I slept on my arm funny and now it feels like it's asleep, but it's been several hours and i cant straighten my wrist. what are your thoughts?
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Temporary palsy. : Hopefully this is simply a temporary palsy, or compressive neuropathy, which can last the day. If you feel this symptom lasts through to tomorrow, then get to your doctor.
Answered 2/12/2017
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