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What Could Cause Pricking Feeling And Numbness In Hands?

Hi, I got into an acciedent, shortly after I began to have this prickling feeling in my hands which slowly stopped in my left hand and attacked my right hand. Once i appy pressure it doesn't give me discomfort, but my hand begin to be numb from the pressure I then release the bandage. I make it a fist it also stops soon as i release I immediatly feel the pressure again. Please help!!! should I take this serious, ranking for discomfort from - 1-10 it is definitely a 10...with out pain...hard to focus.
Sat, 7 Jun 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case with diligence.

There is possibility of nerve injury leading to persistent pain.
Another differential there may be compartment syndrome development due to injury.

You may need clinical examination to know origin and pattern of pain.
After examination tests like EMG-NCV [nerve conduction study], and colour Doppler may be required.

Till time take rest, follow limb elevation instructions.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.

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What Could Cause Pricking Feeling And Numbness In Hands?

Hello, I have studied your case with diligence. There is possibility of nerve injury leading to persistent pain. Another differential there may be compartment syndrome development due to injury. You may need clinical examination to know origin and pattern of pain. After examination tests like EMG-NCV [nerve conduction study], and colour Doppler may be required. Till time take rest, follow limb elevation instructions. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.