On another note, do you think it could be some kind of nerve compression, or even stress? I have some "numbness" from time to time when I'm stressed out. For a while there I could have sworn I had a piece of sticky tape stuck to my back because of the muted sensation. Still happens from time to time when I'm stressed? Just thinking.

Or you could put it out there that it's not funny any more, though you appreciate the thought?