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Small Fiber Neuropathy or Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Neuropathy | Last Active: Nov 4, 2025 | Replies (10)Comment receiving replies
🙁 you have nothing to loose by waiting - getting more input from medical specialists and patient peers. I know several in your position who are very sorry they let surgeon near them. One surgery turned into multiple surgery’s with result of limited hand/finger function.
You decide and make your best treatment choice. I want only the best outcome for you! Hug…
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@dbamos1945 Actually, waiting can cause permanent nerve damage and sensitivity as the nerves become more compressed over time. The increasing swelling can also put pressure on surrounding tendon sheaths which can lead to requiring tendon release surgery as well. So, it's crucial for people to get evaluated as quickly as possible when experiencing symptoms of CTS.