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Suffering From Numbness & Tingling Sensation In Hands & Feet

I just had a hysteroscopy and polypectomy performed under general anesthesia. I had the surgery at 8:30am, left the hospital a little groggy but otherwise fine at 12pm. However I now Have numbness and tingling in my hands and feet. Is this normal after general anesthesia or should I be concerned?
Wed, 25 Jan 2017
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Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you.

Question : However I now Have numbness and tingling in my hands and feet. Is this normal after general anesthesia or should I be concerned?
Answer : This is not normal. You have to immediately go to ER and report about this

Hope you found the answer helpful.

If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.

In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno

Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
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Suffering From Numbness & Tingling Sensation In Hands & Feet

Hi, Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. Question : However I now Have numbness and tingling in my hands and feet. Is this normal after general anesthesia or should I be concerned? Answer : This is not normal. You have to immediately go to ER and report about this Hope you found the answer helpful. If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions. In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care.