Nerve compression symptoms

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I recently went had Gynecomastia and Liposuction around the abs. Since waking up, I have been experiencing numbness in thumb, bottom of palm and tingling around the wrist.

The doctor said that it's most probably the pressure from the compression garment, however I still need to wear this and he suggested not wearing it so tight. So I haven't been wearing the compression garment very tight for the past 2 days but I am still experiencing the same problem. Any suggestions/advice?


Hisham Seify, MD, PhD
6 months ago
By Hisham Seify, MD, PhD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Median nerve symptoms arise from compression or stretch or a physical direct injury. In your case the surgical field is far from the nerve course.This is usually good news ,as complete recovery is usually the case.

Compression or stretch could occur from compression of a garment or arm positionning or strapping during surgery. Elevation,splint at night and NSAI eg advil ,will help until it gets better. if the symptoms persist your surgeon will refer you for more evaluation. Best of luck!

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