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Numbness in wrist and palm
Hi
My wife is having numbness in right hand if she holds something fr long and also pain sometimes. All
Used to sleep wrist band but not much effective. tried neurobin tablets too but temporary relief.
Is it something to be worried about or could be treated with medication
Regards
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More like nerve or vessel problem affecting hand.
Keep hand elevated on pillow at night during sleep
Avoid pressure on the area.
Hot fomentation.
Sos painkillers
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Dr. Gautam Arora
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23 yrs exp
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She needs a confirmed diagnosis of likely nerve entrapment like carpal tunnel syndrome. If not treated it can lead to permanent weakness in the hand or loss of sensation. Emg ncv test is needed and also test for diabetes and thyroid disease with vitamin B 12 levels. Consult at your convenience
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