Question 1

i had 2 iv's for a spinal surgery now i have noticed a vein in my arm is very hard the length of my forearm and is sore. is this something dangerous ?

Accepted Answer

This is common: This is very common and not dangerous.  This is probably a small blood clot in the vein and will go away by itself.  You can help it go away quicker by applying warm compressed a few times a day.

Question 2

is the recovery from thigh surgery longer than arm lift surgery? i'm having thigh lift surgery to improve my shape and ripply legs. i would like to know what is the typical length of the recovery period. how soon can i return to normal exercise routines a

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I : I find that the recovery from thigh lift surgery can be quite prolonged.  You will have some difficulty sitting and walking initially.  It is a longer recovery and usually more difficult than arm lift surgery.  I would estimate that the typical recovery time for general activity is 2-3 weeks and for return to exercise is 6-8 weeks.  You could certainly begin to use some arm weights sooner than that.

Question 3

i've gotten surgery on my arm for a crushed injury but the pain is still there?

Accepted Answer

More info!: When did it happen?  How long ago was the surgery?  Almost all serious Injuries cause some permanent changes. Treatment is aimed at correcting and/or minimizing the damage.  A 100% fix is impossible.  How long and how much pain you have, depends on  time, treatment, degree of damage. Sometimes it takes up to a year to get better, sometimes it never does.  Follow all care plans to get best chance.

Question 4

can i have braids in arm surgery?

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I suppose: I don't see why it would matter to the operating surgeon or anesthesiologist how you wear your hair. It might be good to ask the staff who schedule surgery.

Question 5

what surgery do i need for pinched nerve in my arm?

Accepted Answer

It depends on nerve: The most common arm compressions are carpal tunnel ( median N at wrist) cubital tunnel (ulnar N at elbow) and less commonly guyon canal (ulnar N at wrist). Each requires a decompression surgery. Carpal tunnel involves opening the flexor retinaculm, and can often be done by scope. Cubital tunnel requires open surgery and often replacing the N in its canal. Steroids and PT may prevent surgery.

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: arm surgery?

Accepted Answer

Surgery of arm: It means you have surgery on the arm.

Question 7

abscess on a very deep cut on my arm, i previously had surgery, help?

Accepted Answer

Superfast healing: The real question is what not to do that slows down healing. Avoid using alcohol, peroxide, hibiclens, betadine, and bleach solutions. Inflammation ( red, hot, swollen, tender) is important to healing  so anti-inflammatories (motrin, advil) are bad. Cover the area with a clean dressing changed every other day  and protected from trauma.  Antibiotics do not help healing unless it is truly infected.

Question 8

my husband just had a surgery yesterday to remove the splinter that was inside his arm.but now he can barely move his body.was this cause by anesthesia or something else?

Accepted Answer

Consult his doctor: This is not a typical reaction to anesthesia or surgery. He needs to contact his anesthesia provider or surgeon, or both.

Question 9

is it safe to workout with my arm i broke it about 2 years ago got surgery to correct it and still have loss of rotation should thep plate be removed or is it safe to lift weights ?? is it common to have surgery and still have a messed up arm?

Accepted Answer

ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON: Please consult with an Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in arms to diagnose and make recommendations for your recovery.

Question 10

is there surgery for flabby upper arms?

Accepted Answer

Liposuction: Liposuction is very effective for reducing those "bat wings" that won't go away no matter how aggressively you diet. Plastic surgeons and cosmetic dermatologists do the procedure. Find someone with lots of experience.

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I had 2 iv's for a spinal surgery now i have noticed a vein in my arm is very hard the length of my forearm and is sore. is this something dangerous ?

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Is the recovery from thigh surgery longer than arm lift surgery? i'm having thigh lift surgery to improve my shape and ripply legs. i would like to know what is the typical length of the recovery period. how soon can i return to normal exercise routines a

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I've gotten surgery on my arm for a crushed injury but the pain is still there?

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Can i have braids in arm surgery?

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What surgery do i need for pinched nerve in my arm?

A member asked:

What is the definition or description of: arm surgery?

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Abscess on a very deep cut on my arm, i previously had surgery, help?

A member asked:

My husband just had a surgery yesterday to remove the splinter that was inside his arm.but now he can barely move his body.was this cause by anesthesia or something else?

A member asked:

Is it safe to workout with my arm i broke it about 2 years ago got surgery to correct it and still have loss of rotation should thep plate be removed or is it safe to lift weights ?? is it common to have surgery and still have a messed up arm?

A member asked:

Is there surgery for flabby upper arms?

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