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Deep burning in forearm. negativefor pinched nerve on mri. comes and goes. doesn't feel muscular. what could it be?

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Dr. Eric Weisman answered

Specializes in Neurology

NCV: MRI tells you about status of things after tendon repair (bleeding, swelling etc) . It is not sensitive for nerve injury unless there is something obviously compressing a large nerve) . I recommend a neurological exam and a nerve conduction study to localize the problem.

Answered 9/1/2019

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Varies : There are a lot of possibilities. An MRI is a good test for major structural problems, but it may not pick up subtle cases of nerve impingment. A real detailed exam can usually determine the likely cause, followed by appropriate studies to confirm.

Answered 5/23/2016

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