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I've consulted a doctor who suggested it could be an injury to my ulnar nerve (funny bone). Why would it still be numb after two weeks? Do I need to become an alcoholic now?

2007-03-26 10:27:31 · 10 answers · asked by SodaLicious 5 in Health Other - Health

I am 38 y/o & F. I'm sorry if anyone didn't understand that the final sentence in the question was meant to introduce levity to an otherwise dry question, my bad.

2007-03-26 10:55:54 · update #1

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I agree with your doctor...anytime you experience numbness or a tingling sensation you are most likely dealing with a nerve problem...no need to become an alcoholic...physical therapy is the first step you should take unless of course, your doctor believes you have damaged the nerve...I have had elbow surgery before...so if I were you...find the best orthopedic surgeon possible if you live in California go to Kerlan-Jobe clinic if not find an elbow specialist...it could be the ulnar nerve or median nerve...so go see a doctor...get an MRI done, then possibly a nerve conduction study if the MRI is not definitive, I don't think its thoracic outlet syndrome that is a tough thing to deal with and that deals with impingement cutting off blood circulation or blocking off nerves and that injury usually stems from the shoulder (if you do have that unlikely, but if so I would not get the surgery because they would remove a rib near your shoulder, long rehab) and then go from there...good luck

2007-03-26 10:37:47 · answer #1 · answered by scardinals8 1 · 0 0

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I've consulted a doctor who suggested it could be an injury to my ulnar nerve (funny bone). Why would it still be numb after two weeks? Do I need to become an alcoholic now?

2015-08-26 05:51:43 · answer #2 · answered by Lauryn 1 · 0 0

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2014-10-30 12:08:57 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Those two fingers do go numb or get pins and needles if the nerve is damaged. Usually by knocking it. It can take several years to get back to normal.

But having mentioned alcohol - you probably put your finger on why you are now realising the fingers are numb :-

Reality is merely a symptom of alcohol deficiency!

By the way - the last time I looked the sciatic nerve ran between the foot and the back. Perhaps alcohol is involved in her answer!

2007-03-26 10:32:58 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1 0

i too have the numbness in my ring and pinky, but after testing, motor and nerve conduction, my ulnar nerve was not the problem, it was a pinched nerve in my back, my elbow never hurt, i had nerve damage in other arm years ago, and it was ulnar nerve damage, it was different, fingers numb, and elbow did hurt, i starting dropping things, and horrible pain in my forearm. corrected by surgery. get the nerve tests, they can actually pinpoint what nerves are affected. one pointer some Dr's use needles for the tests, there are tests that use less painless needles, it made a difference to me. it will really help figure out where and what is going on. good luck.

2007-03-26 11:51:01 · answer #5 · answered by onlyme 1 · 0 0

Moreso than battling the booze, consult a Chiropractor since it sounds as though you have cervicbrachial syndrome; a pinched nerve in your neck or upper thoracic vertebrae are pinching off the correct blood supply to those fingers, making you numb. The Chiropractor can conduct tests (No needles), x-ray your spine, and move the bones off the nerves, hence restoring proper circulation to your fingers and you won't need a sponsor.................:)

2007-03-26 10:35:40 · answer #6 · answered by gagirl2c 3 · 0 0

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2014-09-14 02:48:56 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

to make an accurate diagnosis the doctor would have to do a nerve conduction study and a circulation work up. You don't mention your age, but it could be neuropathy, poor circulation any number of things. Your second question is in very poor taste and shows your ignorance.

2007-03-26 10:31:06 · answer #8 · answered by essentiallysolo 7 · 0 4

might b ur sciatic nerve. yes by all means, consume mass amounts of booze, make the other fingers numb n that should take care of it

2007-03-26 10:30:53 · answer #9 · answered by carmen 5 · 0 2

Do you have an extra rib? Could it be thoracic outlet syndrome?

2007-03-26 10:33:03 · answer #10 · answered by north_lights20 3 · 1 0

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