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What Causes Numbness In The Hand Post A Shoulder Surgery?

I had surgery last Wed. Surgeon put in a hemicap on my shoulder and took pin out of elbow. Had general anesth and a block on right arm. Since surgery my hand and fingers are numb. Working on that in PT. My hand and fingers are just always cold now. I wear a mitten when up and am putting a hot pad on it when in bed to warm it up. Just wanting to make sure that is ok. See my surgeon in the morning. Thanks
Mon, 23 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms could be related to a pinched nerve in the arm, probably due to a prolonged pressure in a certain position. For this reason, I recommend consulting with your physician for a physical exam. If your symptoms persist, performing nerve conduction studies may be needed.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Iliri
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What Causes Numbness In The Hand Post A Shoulder Surgery?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms could be related to a pinched nerve in the arm, probably due to a prolonged pressure in a certain position. For this reason, I recommend consulting with your physician for a physical exam. If your symptoms persist, performing nerve conduction studies may be needed. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Iliri