C.A.
Congratulations K.,
It sounds to me like your IV was probably just a tad bit too close to a nerve. It can take quite a while for nerves to heal but if it continues for too much longer, I would definately call your OB and talk to the nurse at least. You could ask them if you should have it checked out or they could tell you when they would be concerned with the symptoms. As a nurse that places needles in patients daily, I see it all the time. Sometimes when you stick a patient and they get a feeling like a little electric shock, you know you have gotten close to a nerve. At times you won't notice it but over the course of a day or two with an IV, you can irritate a nerve and it will need some time to heal. In the meantime, enjoy your new family addition and tell everyone for me that says you are crazy that I said to bring you some ice cream and hush. The more rest you give it, you might find it more comfortable after a few days. Consider it like a strained nerve, like you do when you have a sprained ankle or something. You might try heat or cold packs to see which one helps you most but not for more than 20 minutes at a time. Nerves take longer to heal than most other body parts so remember to give it time. Then in a few days, start gently exercising it and see if it is better.
