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How Can Pain And Numbness In The Hands And Fingers Be Treated?
Yes, I broke my hand in Oct had several cast s on it through Dec... recently I am having more pain and loosing feeling in my fingers at night waking up with my ring finger competely numb and pain shooting up my hand & arm...I do not have insurance and concerned with long term damage! My Dr did say I may have to have a screw put in prior to casting.
Sat, 19 May 2018
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You should consult orthopedician to confirm the cause of delayed healing is due to AVN of scaphoid, delayed union or nonunion in order to treat the fracture and Rx should be taken further.
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
You should consult orthopedician to confirm the cause of delayed healing is due to AVN of scaphoid, delayed union or nonunion in order to treat the fracture and Rx should be taken further.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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