Preventing Muscle Atrophy in Hand After Nerve Injury: Effective Strategies
Muscle atrophy When I was in middle school, I was injured in an explosion, which severed the tendon on the inner side of my right upper arm. After the incident, I lost sensation in the area below my ring finger on the inner side of my forearm, but I can still move it. Over the ye...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
First, check if the ulnar nerve is damaged. Identifying the cause is essential for developing a treatment plan for the symptoms. It is recommended to consult a neurologist to perform nerve conduction studies and electromyography for diagnosis.[Read More] Preventing Muscle Atrophy in Hand After Nerve Injury: Effective Strategies
Unexplained Burning Sensation in Fingers: Possible Nerve Issues?
A strong burning sensation in the fingers without any actual burn injury can be attributed to several potential causes. These may include nerve compression or irritation, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, or conditions like Raynaud's phenomenon. Addition...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Symptoms may indicate issues related to the ulnar nerve or peripheral nerves. Please visit a neurology clinic for treatment.[Read More] Unexplained Burning Sensation in Fingers: Possible Nerve Issues?
Understanding Numbness in the Left Hand: Causes and Self-Checks
Numbness in the hand? Hello doctor, my left hand's ring finger and little finger, as well as the palm, feel numb all day long. They become even more numb after taking a shower, but there is no pain. What kind of simple examination should I do? Thank you.
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
It sounds like an issue with the ulnar nerve; I recommend visiting a neurology clinic for an evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Numbness in the Left Hand: Causes and Self-Checks
Understanding Left Arm Numbness: Causes, Risks, and Treatment Options
Numbness and pain in the left hand? I experience sudden numbness from my left elbow to my palm that lasts for about a few seconds. It can be relieved by slightly shaking my arm. Initially, this occurred a few times a week, but now it happens several times a day. The situation wor...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Based on this description, you may be suffering from ulnar nerve compression at the elbow, possibly due to postures such as resting your chin on your hand. Taking a period of rest may allow the nerve to recover. If symptoms do not improve or worsen over time, surgical treatment m...[Read More] Understanding Left Arm Numbness: Causes, Risks, and Treatment Options
Understanding Numbness in Hands and Feet: Causes and Solutions
Numbness in the hands and feet? Hello Dr. Yeh, I have been experiencing frequent numbness from my elbow to my fingers, especially at night while sleeping, which becomes quite uncomfortable. Could this be related to poor blood circulation, or is it possibly connected to my daily c...
Dr. Ye Boshou Reply:
Numbness in the elbow extending to the fingers may be caused by ulnar nerve compression. It is advisable to avoid pressure on the elbow, such as resting the chin on the hand. Alcoholic neuropathy typically occurs only with long-term or excessive alcohol consumption. If numbness p...[Read More] Understanding Numbness in Hands and Feet: Causes and Solutions