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My left hand thumb is swollen

2020-05-29 11:15:55
My left hand thumb is swollen and painful from 2 days. I tried massaging it but it increased . I even applied various gels. What should I do ?
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Answered2020-05-30 09:53:02

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More information is needed like whether there was injury or not...also pic of both hands together will be needed to see the swelling

Answered2020-05-29 13:08:12

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It may be ingrowing nail Please get a consultationdone with gen surgeon

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Hii It coz of any infection or just an inflammation.
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Requesting you to share the pic and consult.

Answered2020-05-29 11:40:02

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Keep hand in upright position and apply ice frequently

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Need detailed history and evaluation with pic
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Share pic

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