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The past couple of days, my left arm has been randomly going numb on me and every time i cough, i get a numbing sensation shooting down my arm followed my a lingering pain?
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You should see a neurologist for further evaluation and testing. This could be due to an issue in your cervical spine and may need treatment. A neurologist would be a good first step in the evaluation process. Best of luck to you!
Answered 3/19/2023
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