
Had Carpel Tunnel Surgery Done. Getting Swelling On Arm And Hand. Nerve Test Normal. What To Do?

Sorry to hear about your problem. I can see that it is affecting your daily activities. The most probable cause of your problem is your occupation. Lifting heavy weights and using vibrating tools can lead to the problems you are suffering from. These activities affect the nerves and cause damage but it does not always show up on nerve conduction studies. Your carpal tunnel problem also must have got precipitated due to this reason. Another problem could be a cervical rib, which can be picked up by a chest xray.
In my opinion you should visit a neurologist and have this problem evaluated. Another way to see whether the problem is related to your occupation or not is to take some time off from work and see how this condition responds. If jt is related to your occupation, then this condition will worsen with time.
Hoping for the best. Please feel free to clarify any other query.

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