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Why is part of hand numb after hand surgery?
Possibly because the surgeon cut a nerve.
Can surgery restore your sense of smell after an accident?
It depends of the type of damage that occurred during the accident. If your Olfactory nerve; Cranial Nerve I was damaged, then there is probably nothing that can be done. If there is no damage, just pressure on the nerve, then surgery may be able to help. Your best course of action it to talk to your doctor.
Can nerve damage in the colon or rectum be repaired?
It may be able to be repaired via surgery.
Is it possible to have nerve damage if you have had 3 carpal tunnel surgeries on the same hand?
Yes. There are nerves that run through this very tight, wide "bracelet". They can be damaged by the surgery, swelling afterwards or in therapy.
How successful are splints with mallet fingers Is surgery always recommended?
If no bone damage, splinting is 100% successful without surgery. Surgery is reserved for when there is bone damage or lacerations to the hand.
How much could workers comp settlement be or permanent nerve damage in hands and neck?
i have nerve damage on my right hand and i am right handed how much should i settle for
Is there any surgery that can correct nerve damage to you eye?
Surgery to correct nerve damage to the eye depends on the specific type and extent of the damage. Procedures like optic nerve repair or decompression can be performed in certain cases, but they are complex and not always successful. In many instances, nerve damage may not be fully reversible, and treatment options may focus on managing symptoms rather than restoring function. Consulting with a specialist in ocular neurology or ophthalmology is essential for assessing individual cases.
What are the risks of lower back surgery?
Infection of the area and nerve damage can be common, as this is no minor procedure. Post-surgery complications in the lower back are also not rare.
What does a hand surgeon hope to accomplish through hand surgery?
The central priority of the hand surgeon is adequate reconstruction of the skin, bone, nerve, tendon, and joint(s) in the hand.
What is carpal tunal syndrome?
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition where the median nerve in the wrist becomes compressed, leading to symptoms like numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand and fingers. It is often caused by repetitive hand movements or conditions that create pressure on the median nerve, such as inflammation or injury. Treatment may include splinting, medication, or in severe cases, surgery.
What are the specific fetal risks associated with prenatal surgery?
Premature birth, birth during surgery, infection, spinal cord and nerve damage when treating spina bifida, brain damage, physical deformities, death.
What are the mortality and morbidity rates associated with hand surgery?
Mortality following hand surgery is virtually unknown. The rates of complications depend on the nature of the patient's disorder or injury and the specific surgical procedure used to treat it.
