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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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Dr. Gary Pess answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Neuropathy: Some chemo agents can cause a peripheral neuropathy. Ash her doctor. A hand surgeon can be useful to consult.

Dr Augustin agreed

Answered 8/27/2013

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