The 7 key doesn't work after lion install

The 7 key on my MacBook pro keyboard doesn't work following lion installation. (I'm using my iPad right now obviously!)
When I press 7, basically random stuff will come out. A set of 3 to 5 random numbers or some "command" that whatever program I am in doesn't recognize.
I tried rebooting. I have no idea where to even begin, help!

And of course this morning all keys are back to working again! But last night it was 7, J, U gibberish.
At first glance it does seem like something that might be a hardware problem, but I am deeply suspicious of coincidences like this. I'm kind of like house md that way I guess. Especially when at least two of us experienced this.
I think I will also wait for the next software update and see if that helps. At least I have my iPad to use when the keys are on the fritz.
Good luck!

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