How long should a local anathestic last ?

[shortee]

Evening all. I had a local anathestic in my arm this afternoon for a contraceptive implant and the underside of my forearm to two of my fingers are still numb after 3 and a half hours. Is this usual or cause for concern ? Many thanks & please excuse any typing errors ;o)

[Sqad]

It is a bit long, I agree.........depending upon how much was injected.

It does sound as though a branch of the brachial plexus was inadvertently involved.
It should be fine by the time that you read this thread.

If not get back to us.

[shortee]

Hi Sqad. Many thanks for your post. The numbness was all gone by the time I woke up this morning - just left with soreness where the implant was inserted as to be expected. Thanks again - much appreciated. x

[Sqad]

No big deal.