A member asked:

Is it possible that after the surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome about the wrist i suffered suffered nerve damage?

7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Daniel Mass answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Yes: Rarely the nerve is injured during surgery. You need to get a second opinion from a hand surgeon.

Answered 1/24/2021

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Dr. Gregg Vagner answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Yes: It is quite rare but possible for a nerve injury to occur during carpal tunnel release surgery. It is also possible for the nerve to feel slightly hypersensitive in the immediate post operative period. I would seek a second opinion if you are concerned for a nerve injury.

Answered 5/17/2014

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