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I had an open heart surgery 5 weeks ago. i still have problems with numbness on both my pinky fingers and down the left side of my left leg. i have asked my surgeon and my cardiologist and got the same answers. whatshould i do?
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Compression?: It's possible that you have compression neuropathy. This is not uncommon. It will improve but very slowly. Complete healing can take as long as 2 years.
Answered 1/23/2013
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Neurologist: See neurologist to rule out nerve involvements and compression due to positioning. If it is the case, physical therapy can help.
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