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What Causes An Extreme Pain In The Right Arm, Hand, And Foot In A Patient With IVC Filter Implantation?

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Posted on Tue, 18 Apr 2023
Question: My husband has an IVC filter and woke yesterday with extreme pain in his right arm, hand and foot. He also has gout, but he hasn't had it flare in years since starting tart cherry. I gave him a uratic acid cleanse pill yesterday and that used to help overnight, but has had no effect on pain. Right hand is also swollen.

We'll go to Dr tomorrow, but am worried I need to take him to hospital today. I hope to hear back soon.
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Answered by Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel (26 minutes later)
Brief Answer:

Nerve root compression or neuronal cause.

Detailed Answer:

Hello!

I have read your query thoroughly.

* Extreme pain in right arm and hand indicate possible compression of some of the nerve roots or compromise of blood circulation.
* Associated pain in foot seems from various reasons , which need further details.

Please provide the same.

1. Any change in temperature of right hand and arm if any.
2. Pain in foot - intensity , type , frequency.
3. Is there swelling in foot if any.
4. Urination normal or altered.
5. If possible, provide a photo picture of the hand showing swelling.

Till that time, an intake of tab.Paracetamol after meals will give relief.

Awaiting for your response.

Regards,

Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
General Surgeon
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What Causes An Extreme Pain In The Right Arm, Hand, And Foot In A Patient With IVC Filter Implantation?

Brief Answer: Nerve root compression or neuronal cause. Detailed Answer: Hello! I have read your query thoroughly. * Extreme pain in right arm and hand indicate possible compression of some of the nerve roots or compromise of blood circulation. * Associated pain in foot seems from various reasons , which need further details. Please provide the same. 1. Any change in temperature of right hand and arm if any. 2. Pain in foot - intensity , type , frequency. 3. Is there swelling in foot if any. 4. Urination normal or altered. 5. If possible, provide a photo picture of the hand showing swelling. Till that time, an intake of tab.Paracetamol after meals will give relief. Awaiting for your response. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel General Surgeon