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How can you care for radial nerve palsy?
- Be safe with medicines. Read and follow all instructions on the label.
- If the doctor gave you a prescription medicine for pain, take it as prescribed.
- If you are not taking a prescription pain medicine, ask your doctor if you can take an over-the-counter medicine.
- Follow your doctor's directions for wearing a splint, brace, or other device to help you use your hand.
Radial nerve palsy: When to call
Call your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if:
- You have new or worse numbness in your arm, wrist or hand.
- You have new or worse weakness in your arm, wrist or hand.
- You have new pain, or your pain gets worse.
Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor if you do not get better as expected.
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