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.
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January 2, 2018
Answer: Will the feeling in my fingers come back? I had a BBL done Dec 19th.
James S. McAdoo, DO, FACOS (account suspended) says:
How long do you have to stay in a recovery home after a BBL?Great question!
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I have no experience with the booty pillow but if your not applying direct pressure to the area (which is the whole point in not lying on your back) then that may be okay to try. I would definitely ask your surgeon first.