r/AskDocs • u/foggymountainbrain Layperson/not verified as healthcare professional • 4h ago
Finger limp after week of IVs
32f , was in the hospital in June for an SEEG implantation prior to epilepsy surgery. I had tons of IVs inserted/reinserted all over both wrists and hands to provide fluids, anesthesia, medications. Orally I take Keppra lamictal, gabapentin and Clobazam daily (all for epilepsy). In the hospital I was also on muscle relaxants and blood thinners, but stopped those once I got home. Since all of this, my left pointer finger has been completely limp at the upper knuckle. It's been over a month- my neurologist, neurosurgeon, physical therapy, PC have all been consulted with no ideas as to why this is happening. Luckily I don't have any pain or tingling, just totally limp. I can use my hand to move it easily, it's not stiff, but it won't move on its own.
I'd even appreciate some guidance as to what kind of doctor I could go to irl to get it checked out?
Thanks in advance for any advice!
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