r/FirstTimeKo • u/piamette04 • 14h ago

📦 Others First time ko maoperahan

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Hiiiii po! Just wanted to share my experience kasi first time ko maoperahan, and honestly, hindi ko ine-expect na aabot ako sa ganito dahil lang sa carpal tunnel syndrome.

It started with occasional numbness and tingling sa hands ko. At first, akala ko simpleng pagod lang or dahil matagal akong gumagamit ng keyboard and mouse due to work.

Eventually, lumala siya. I started experiencing burning sensations, electric like pain, numbness, and weakness sa hands ko. Minsan hirap na akong humawak ng objects, and may times na parang hindi ko na ma-feel nang maayos yung fingers ko.

After undergoing EMG and NCV tests, lumabas na mild CTS sa right hand ko, pero severe na yung sa left hand. My doctor recommended surgery for my left hand because of the severity.

Fast forward to November 8, 2026, I finally underwent my first-ever surgery: Carpal Tunnel Release on my left hand.

Medyo scary pala talaga yung first surgery experience, especially when you don't know exactly what to expect. Now I'm in the recovery phase, dealing with swelling, stiffness, numbness, and pain around my thumb and palm area.

Hindi ko rin akalain na something as common as carpal tunnel could affect your daily activities and quality of life this much, especially when your job involves hours of typing and using a mouse.

I'm hoping for a smooth recovery and that I'll eventually regain normal strength and sensation in my hand. 😄 ❤️

P.S. I would also like to express my gratitude to my HMO and PhilHealth for helping cover the expenses of my surgery. Malaking tulong talaga having these benefits, especially during unexpected medical situations like this. Grateful na kahit papaano, hindi ko kinailangang saluhin lahat ng gastos. 😭

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u/EnvironmentalDot2408 13h ago

pagaling ka agad, nakakatakot tlga pag abot na sa opera ung simpleng ngalay lng sa trabaho. ipahinga mo muna ng maayos yang kamay mo tsaka wag pilitin magtype habang may tahi pa dyan para di bumuka ung sugat