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Suggest Treatment For A Swelling On The Fingers And Wrist

after rotator cuff surgery to left shoulder i receiced much swelling to my right side in particular fingers and wrist also to left hand but to a lesser degree. am taking celebrex once a day and hydrocodone 2 or 3 times a day , pain to hands not diminished .also have difficuty forming a fist in either hand. i also get trouble with my left knee ,it needs to be flexed severaal times before i can stand up on it.. any sugestions
Thu, 2 Apr 2015
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Dear Sir/Madam,
Thanks for seeking help on your issue; I have gone through your symptoms, and in my opinion, it seems you are having dependent edema due to surgery keep moving your hand keep it elevated, continue with your drugs and if it dosent settle go and consult to your primary operating surgeon, rest assured everything will be fine.
I hope I have been able to provide you with a satisfactory solution, if you want to clear any doubts about my opinion, feel free to contact.
Special note- Any medication prescribed needs to be taken after consultation with your personal doctor only.
Thanks
Dr. Narender Saini
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Suggest Treatment For A Swelling On The Fingers And Wrist

Dear Sir/Madam, Thanks for seeking help on your issue; I have gone through your symptoms, and in my opinion, it seems you are having dependent edema due to surgery keep moving your hand keep it elevated, continue with your drugs and if it dosent settle go and consult to your primary operating surgeon, rest assured everything will be fine. I hope I have been able to provide you with a satisfactory solution, if you want to clear any doubts about my opinion, feel free to contact. Special note- Any medication prescribed needs to be taken after consultation with your personal doctor only. Thanks Dr. Narender Saini