Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
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Summary Introduction
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Whether the numbness felt in the finger several weeks after a deep cut is permanent or will it go away.
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A cut on the hand is a fairly common injury. It can be caused by different sharp objects in day-to-day life. The permanency of the effect of an injury is influenced by the severity of that injury. It is possible that a cut may injure a nerve. This can lead to a tingling sensation or numbness in the area.
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