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A member asked:

My doctor wrapped my arm and said not to take it off for 24 hours. my arm has gone numb. what should i do?

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Dr. Keshab Paudel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Go to ER: This numbness my be related to tight wrap, sometimes this may lead to lack of blood supply and could be dangerous. I would suggest you to go to ED or call your doc ASAP.

Answered 1/15/2016

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