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When i sleep my hand goes numb,i have to wake them up when i wake.what could this be? hows it diagnosed?other then that im okay, happened for few mth
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See details: This is a neuropathy, usually either a carpal tunnel or cubital tunnel syndrome depending on the distribution of the numbness. See a doctor.
Answered 6/24/2018
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