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Right ulnar nerve transposition 9/30/2014. new bruising and swelling at wrist with severe [burning] pain down forearm into d4 & d5. is this normal?
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No: The bruising around the wrist may be the result of blood from the surgical site, slowly tracking down the forearm. If there is new numbness or weakness you should see your surgeon. If the 4,5 burning is new, it might be from the swelling of forearm but does merit follow up the surgeon, if it persists.
Answered 9/29/2016
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Maybe too early: The bruising and swelling at wrist suggests proximal bleeding which has been affected by gravity, and is not unique for arm surgeries. The severe burning pain is likely ulnar in location, and may well be a transient response to nerve restoration and re-myelination. Certainly, let your surgeon know of this, and handle with an OT/hand therapy approach. Should feel better over next 4-6 weeks.
Answered 3/18/2019
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