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What Causes Persistent Pain And Numbness On The Fingers?

i developed pain and numbness in my 4th and 3rd fingers after an insertion of Norplant on my left upper arm especially at night after about 9months because of that it was removed i conceived the pain reduced, after delivery the pain is back , i was give vit. B complex but the pain has persisted especially at night.what can i do Dr?
posted on Mon, 18 Aug 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hello
Thanks for posting
The most likely cause is median nerve compression leading to carpal tunnel syndrome .I would like to treat you with night time splinting along with drugs like pregablin .Get them prescribed.
EMG/NOV nerve test is the way to confirm.
Take care
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What Causes Persistent Pain And Numbness On The Fingers?

Hello Thanks for posting The most likely cause is median nerve compression leading to carpal tunnel syndrome .I would like to treat you with night time splinting along with drugs like pregablin .Get them prescribed. EMG/NOV nerve test is the way to confirm. Take care http:// bit.ly/drmchugh