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For the past 8 weeks i have been waking up numerous times at night due to muscle aches and stiffness. why?

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Dr. Alessandra Bertolucci answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Need to see a doc: If you have been experiencing pain that wakes you up at night than is time for a medical evaluation and blood work.

Answered 6/6/2013

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