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Pain in my thumb
I HAVE BEEN HAVING PAIN IN THE BASE OF MY thumbstuff since January .when I press it gives me more pain.
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Trigger thumb and arthritis both possible
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It is basal thumb arthritis. Consult upper limb surgeon. Wear thumb splint it might help if not you need injection into the joint
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RULE OUT ARTHRITIS ..
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Get uric acid and other causes of arthritis ruled out.
Immobilise affected joint.
Apply ice packs locally.
Medications like Cartigen DN, Enzomac and Tendocare will help.
Intrarticular injections offer great help.
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Dr. B A Kadam
Orthopedist
47 yrs exp
Pune
Please consult orthopaedic or Hand Surgeon
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Dr. Gautam JK Tawari
Sports Medicine Surgeon
22 yrs exp
Mumbai
see a.specialist hand surgeon. sounds like arthritis.
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