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My friend bit me in my left hand in the area slightly below my fingers in the back of my hand . that was a year ago and since then i had this numb feeling in that area . i went to a doctar couple times and he gave medication but it didnt help me ?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Numbness after such an injury suggests a nerve was damaged, and persisting for a year indicates the numbness probably is permanent. Discuss again with your doctor if you remain concerned. Good luck.

Answered 6/28/2023

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

You should see a neurologist to determine if this will resolve or not. It can typically take a year or longer for peripheral nerves to regenerate but it depends on the situation and exactly the area involved whether there is going to be continued healing. So, see a neurologist for evaluation. Good luck!

Answered 6/30/2023

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