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When i sleep on my left im waking with pins and needles in my right arm. it goes away but starts again when i doze off but only if i lay on my left?
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Maybe CTS: You describe typical features of nocturnal symptoms of early carpal tunnel syndrome. A rather benign problem which can easily be treated, and worthwhile to get this addressed. Wearing a wrist splint at night might fully control your symptoms.
Answered 7/21/2013
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