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What Causes Cramps In The Arms?

HI , I VE BEEN SUFFERING FROM THESE CRAMPS IN MY ARMS. IT BOTHERS ME MOST WHEN I M SLEEPING AND WHEN I M DRIVING . THE PAIN-NUMBNESS RADIATES FROM MY FINGER TIPS TO MY ELBOW, MOSTLY. I HAVEN T BEEN ABLE TO SEE A DR. YET BUT I WANT TO KNOW IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO TO HELP ALLEVIATE THIS IN THE MEANTIME . THANKS.
Sat, 22 Sep 2018
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Hi,

As of now, you can take analgesics like Acetaminophen or Diclofenac for pain relief.

If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopedician and get evaluated.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Cramps In The Arms?

Hi, As of now, you can take analgesics like Acetaminophen or Diclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopedician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician