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What does it mean when your hands go numb when you wake in the morning or when your driving.

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Dr. Christopher Wilson answered

Specializes in Sleep Medicine

Carpal tunnel: Those symptoms are quite suspicious for carpal tunnel syndrome. Your doctor can help determine how to better evaluate and manage the issue.

Answered 4/22/2015

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