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My bestfriemd is pregnant and we think she had a stroke or seisure ..the baby is fine! but now she can't feel her left thumb .. whats happing to her ?

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Dr. John Baker answered

Specializes in Neurology

Thumb...: Trying to understand your question....Thumb numbness is the only symptom? If so, more likely carpal tunnel syndrome...More common in pregnancy. If she had a stroke or seizure important to be seen asap.

Answered 8/28/2013

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Thumb numbness: It is hard to tell based on this information, and it is best to have a visit for this. Keep in mind that the most common cause of thumb numbness is carpal tunnel syndrome, which often occurs during pregnancy. A stroke is not likely to cause numbness of the thumb- the area is too small. A seizure does not cause numbness at all.

Answered 11/28/2017

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