Will the feeling in my fingers come back? I had a BBL done Dec 19th.

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My pinky finger and ring finger on my left hand have been numb since surgery. And that portion of my left arm going up to my elbow as well. It's super annoying that I can't feel anything. I can move them. Just numb and tingly constantly.

Erika Sato, MD, FACS · Answer

You are describing sensation to the ulnar nerve distribution of your left hand. There are many reasons for this. It may be from swelling if the arms were liposuctioned or could be compression in that area from the garment if to covers your arms. It could also be from positioning in the operating room and or positioning at home post op. Talk to you PS as they know more about what was done.

James S. McAdoo, DO, FACOS (account suspended) · Answer

Q: Will the feeling in my fingers come back? I had a BBL done Dec 19th.Great question !Unfortunately, this happened to you, it doesn’t happen very often. Most numbness it’s caused from pressure that was placed on your nerve during surgery in time, the nerve will generate and sensation will return. Please keep your plastic surgeon aware of your progress. Most pressure induced numbness occurs in the elbow area and affects the ring and small finger. 
Many surgeons, including myself, offer online virtual consultations where you send to me your photos of yourself and what you thinks looks good. Then, I can listen and understand your concept of a beautiful contour and shape and we can plan together for the best result for you.
Do your homework and read online reviews, evaluate before and after pictures and choose to have an in-person exam / consultation with an AOA or AMA board-certified plastic surgeon that has privileges to do this surgery at a pier reviewed local hospital.  
I wish you well through your recovery process,
James S McAdoo, DO, FACOS,
AOA dual board certified general, plastic/reconstructive surgeon, microsurgery fellowship, BBL specialist

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