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Does The Red Scar Need Looking?

i had an open wound on my hand and i got into the er and they put only one stitch inside , it wasnt big or something like that but it still needed that one it was more than 3 weeks ago and the first night after stitching my fingers were swelling and i couldnt write but after few days it got much better i took out the stitch by myself 9 days after and since than scar is redish pinkish color and my thumb is quite numb and it kinda feels like stretcing when i put my hand in a particular way im just wondering if this is ok :)
Tue, 28 Apr 2020
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

During healing in such area like the palm, there is contraction of soft tissues. This may lead to such a feeling. The numb sensation is although not a normal part but it signifies that there can be either mild compression or injury to a nerve supplying to the thumb.

But as all this is improving, there is no need to worry. You may wait for more 8-10 days. Meanwhile do not put excessive stress over your hand, start doing light work. You may do warm water fomentation to increase flexibility of your hand.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon
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Does The Red Scar Need Looking?

Hello, During healing in such area like the palm, there is contraction of soft tissues. This may lead to such a feeling. The numb sensation is although not a normal part but it signifies that there can be either mild compression or injury to a nerve supplying to the thumb. But as all this is improving, there is no need to worry. You may wait for more 8-10 days. Meanwhile do not put excessive stress over your hand, start doing light work. You may do warm water fomentation to increase flexibility of your hand. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon