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Burning sensation on left hand thumb
Hello Doctor,
Last three days, I'm facing severe burning sensation sometimes numbness on left hand. No tingling pain.
So what is the reason of this? Any oinment or gel to prevent this.
I didn't had any injury also.
Pls suggest medicine or therapy.
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Please visit nearby physiotherapist for the betterment . Do have consultation to the physiotherapist.
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It could be a carpel tunnel syndrome initiation. Need to examine the cervical spine throughly and draw conclusions.
Please watch for your posture, ergonomics is very important. Change position after every 30 mins.
Visit a physiotherapist for consult.
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Check vitamin B12 levels, low levels interfere with the neural functioning.
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Visit near by physiotherapist and do direct consultation
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Hello, if you are doing desk job then it might be related to your cervical region or may be your sleeping position has altered which also can lead to this.
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Submit the proper history first, afterwards we can assess and come to a conclusion
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Consult with nearby GP for proper assessment as it is just burning sensation, medicines can only be prescribed after assessment.
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Hey there! Since it is only burning sensation and numbness, there is greater possibility of some allergy. Need to check. Whether it's just the hand or arm also involved is required to be known. Please consult online or visit a nearby physician.
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Hi.
I need to check some clinical movements otherwise it is quite difficult to understand.
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Please take an online consultation.
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Rest.
Ice compression.
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Mr. Kapil Kapoor (PT)
Physiotherapist
2 yrs exp
Gurgaon
Hi, Sometimes due to uneven muscle tone nerve got stuck or compressed which results into numbness or discomfort. Get your Musculoskeletal assesment ASAP to avoid future complications. Book your appointment today.
Regard : Dr. Kapil Kapoor ( Ortho and Sports Physio)
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Ms. Shefali Gandotra (PT)
Physiotherapist
19 yrs exp
Jammu
Have a diet rich in vitamin B complex. . Some posture related changes advised. Please consult online
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