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Why does sleeping under fan cause joints to ache?

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Dr. Ravi Chand answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Sleep: Many people complain about joint ache when they sleep under a fan, try getting more fresh air, the reasons for aches are not clear.

Answered 10/4/2016

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