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I was injected with epinephrine lidocaine in index finger index finger swelled with fluid and was very painful. a surgen removed the blister like skin along with the nail up to the knuckle. the nail grew back, yea. my question is, will the numbness eve

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

I : I do not know if you will regain the lack of sensitivity or reduce the pain. I can suggest that you look into medical acupuncture to decrease stagnation of blood, lymph, electrical (nerves) energy and qi. I have seen remarkable improvement in numbess, pain and range of motion with medical acupuncture.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Jeffrey Wint answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

If : If you do NT have nay underlying nerve, vascular, endocrine ( such as diabetes) or other issues that affect microcirculaiton, light tough sensation and skin integrity then yes you should expect some recovery. However this turns upon , general health, smoker? Vascular diease? Any other issues ..The list continues..Talk to a hand surgeon regarding these injuries.

Answered 10/3/2016

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