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Trigger thumb problem in right thumb

2019-04-08 04:59:31
My daughter is 2 years old and have trigger thumb problem in her right thumb. We are noticing this issue 4th time.
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Normally it resolves by 2 years of age. Closely monitor and ask mum to stretch the thumb with moisturizer 5 minutes in every hour when awake within pain limits. If in another 3 months it does not resolve needs surgical release . Google congenital trigger thumb and you will know the answer

Answered2019-04-08 05:14:55

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Have her assessed by an Orthopaedic Surgeon. In some children this condition setrle down with simple treatment. Rarely this needs surgical release

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It does resolve on its own but if it does not in a month or so ago minor surgical day care surgery of release of the tendon sheath will help relieve the symptoms

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