Yeah, in tarot cards, the death card has very little to do with death-it actually means rebirth.
Perhaps the body you dreamed of represented apart of you that is being rebirthed. A metamorphisis of sorts. I sure do hope so! Hang in there Lex. The numbness will pass. Is there anyway you could get a theraputic massage? I am a real biggie on massage therapy. I believe it works wonders for the soul. Just a suggestion. Maybe your boyfriend can give you a nice long back massage.