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I have some muscle loss in my left hand with occasional twitching.. my neurologist rated my strength at 4/5 when he tested me. i am having a nerve con?

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Dr. Bert Liang answered

Testing?: I assume you are having nerve conduction studies and an EMG done ("electrodiagnostic tests") to evaluate your issue. These are appropriate to help identify the mechanism of what's going on and further therapeutic options.

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 5/3/2017

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A member asked:

I have some muscle loss in my left hand with occasional twitching.. my neurologist rated my strength at 4/5 when he tested me. i am having a nerve con?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bert Liang answered

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

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