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I had a cortisone shot for tennis elbow this am now my whole elbow feels numb. what's wrong?
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Anesthetic: Most likely the anesthetic used for the shot affected the feeling nerves around your elbow. It should slowly improve through the day and evening. If it does not or increases, call the office of the doctor who injected you.
Answered 7/30/2013
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Possibly nerve affec: Possibly nerve affected. If does not clear up within the day, it needs to be evaluated to assure no permanent damage.
Answered 3/19/2014
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