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Why is my mom's fingertips numb? she ended her chemo about 3 months ago. might this be the reason?
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Neuropathy: Some chemo agents can cause a peripheral neuropathy. Ash her doctor. A hand surgeon can be useful to consult.
Answered 8/27/2013
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