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Blood test nerve damage?
Hi , three weeks ago i got a blood test , the person tied a band right above my elbow to make sure veins are visible. The blood test duration was about 1 to 1 min 30 seconds and my hand became cold due to the band as it stopped blood flow , once the band was removed temperature was back to normal.
I did have pain and some numbness for 3-4 days but that reduced. Some very slight pain is still there but not constant.
Currently i feel that sensitivity on the palmar side of the hand and fingers seems a bit lesser as compared to the right hand its not completely numb. Just reduced sensitivity.
I have alot of anxiety aswell. I want to know if its possible that the band which was tied tightly could have caused any permanent damage to the arterys or nerves or muscles?
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Absolutely no permanent damage. Don't worry.
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Kindly discuss for your concern.
Need to be evaluated further
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There may be other cause of numbness
Check peripheral pulses
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consult ur physician
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No it cannot cause permanent damage.
It will become normal in few days dont worry
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Not common but kindly discuss
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