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I carried heavy objects during my apartment move. all of a sudden my forearms were bumpy and swollen read. i could no longer grip anything with my hands and was excruciating painful. right now i am very weak with arms and hands. what could this be?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Nerve or Muscle: You may have damaged a nerve or are experiencing extreme muscle fatigue. Please see a physician. Use Motrin and a heating pad until seen to relieve the symptoms.

Answered 2/2/2020

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