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Nerve damage in broken forearm is it long lasting?
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see details: It depends on the extent of the damage. The symptoms may slowly improve over time or may never improve. Have the issue evaluated by a neurologist.
Answered 10/22/2013
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See Neuro/Ortho MDs: Get seen by a neurologist for an emg/nct and s/he can monitor the progress. Your orthopdist would also be able to give you more information especially if the fractres were dealt with by open reduction and stabilization.
Answered 10/22/2013
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