Question 1

how long does it take for a pinched nerve to heal?  i'm having pain in shoulder and down to the fingers.  also hurts on the back of my shoulder

Accepted Answer

Varies: If you have not seen a doctor for evaluation, you should do it as soon as possible. The earlier the treatment, the chance of faster recovery is greater.

Question 2

nerve pain top of pinky,ring fingers & below thumb,forefingers-palm side, after blood draw at forearm.pain at poke site upon arm flex.cause?self-heal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Seems like Ulnar nerve injury during the blood draw, traumatic should be better in few days. if not see your doctor.

Question 3

when i touch my left cheek with my finger from the bottom jaw i feel pressure in the nerve till my ear and temple. i feel like cramp when i puss it with my finger. i had imp. wisdom tooth removal a week ago.is it normal?will it heal alone?

Accepted Answer

: Pain after dental extraction is expected - the trend is what is really important. If gradually improving, probably is part of the healing process. If no longer improving or getting worse, may be persistent infection and you will have to see your dentist again ASAP.

Question 4

finger tips do not want to heal, what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Need more info: You need to provide more information. What caused the finger lesions in the first place? Is there an underlying disease or was it from trauma or a burn? What therapies have been tried, etc, etc?

Question 5

how long does it take for a clean break finger pone to heal?

Accepted Answer

Pone or Bone?: Down here a pone is like a 'rising or an abscess. Properly splinted a finger bone will take at least 4 and usually more like 6 weeks.

Question 6

how long will it take my fingers to heal after smashing it in the seams of the garage door?

Accepted Answer

It depends on: the extent of the damage.  Was anything fractured?  Were there any severe lacerations?  Please re-submit with more info.

Question 7

cut the tip of my pointer finger off 8weeks ago. how long does it take to heal? how long will it be sensitive.

Accepted Answer

Depends: The time for healing depends on the size of the defect, how much skin was lost.  It will be sensitive for quite a while, often for months, but should eventuall be fullly useful.

Question 8

my right fingers(spiking volleyball)has become fatter than my left. would it be permanent?if continued? would it heal to how it looked before?

Accepted Answer

Should heal: Injury from spiking volleyball is common in this sport. Jamming your knuckle or hyperextending your finger can cause your finger to swell, limiting its movement and becomes painful. Ice your finger.  Ice water in glass to hold your finger in can work. Time should allow swelling to decrease, pain reduction and return to function. If persists after week see physician.

Question 9

i have a clean cut on my finger that was glued shut. i was told it would heal in 2 weeks. ive noticed though that the glue has begun falling off on its own, and its only been 3 days. there is no pain unless i mess with it. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

: Dont mess with it. sounds like it is healing.  Might cover with bandaid to prevent it from splitting open when bumped.

Question 10

how can you heal a sprained finger?

Accepted Answer

Many things to do. : A sprained finger usually responds well to rest and splinting. Additionally, anti inflammatory medications and ice can also help. If the pain persists, see your family doctor to confirm the diagnosis.

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How long does it take for a pinched nerve to heal? i'm having pain in shoulder and down to the fingers. also hurts on the back of my shoulder

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Nerve pain top of pinky,ring fingers & below thumb,forefingers-palm side, after blood draw at forearm.pain at poke site upon arm flex.cause?self-heal?

A member asked:

When i touch my left cheek with my finger from the bottom jaw i feel pressure in the nerve till my ear and temple. i feel like cramp when i puss it with my finger. i had imp. wisdom tooth removal a week ago.is it normal?will it heal alone?

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Finger tips do not want to heal, what can i do?

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How long does it take for a clean break finger pone to heal?

A member asked:

How long will it take my fingers to heal after smashing it in the seams of the garage door?

A member asked:

Cut the tip of my pointer finger off 8weeks ago. how long does it take to heal? how long will it be sensitive.

A member asked:

My right fingers(spiking volleyball)has become fatter than my left. would it be permanent?if continued? would it heal to how it looked before?

A member asked:

I have a clean cut on my finger that was glued shut. i was told it would heal in 2 weeks. ive noticed though that the glue has begun falling off on its own, and its only been 3 days. there is no pain unless i mess with it. should i be worried?

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How can you heal a sprained finger?

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