Question 1

i feel my pulse much stronger on the right wrist then the left wrist, is that ok?

Accepted Answer

: It depends how much stronger. If it is a little stronger in one side than the other, that is likely fine. If there is a big difference, you should see your doctor. Good luck to you!

Question 2

slight pain in my left wrist when i touch it feels like its bruised, had for about a week and a half, pain increases when i use strength to grip/hold?

Accepted Answer

Sprain: Could be muscle sprain. If not getting better or persisting, seek medical help.

Question 3

have mild chest pain throughout the day also, feel tired most of the time. get a very sharp pain every now and then in my left wrist. these happen mos?

Accepted Answer

Multiple: Chest pain can be a symptom of heart disease but may be may other things such as esophageal spasms, great vessel disease, respiratory disorders (asthma, COPD, bronchitis, infections), and muscle problems to name a few.  It really depends on the clinical situation and other symptoms you may be having. It may  be of a serious nature and you should discuss it with your doctor.

Question 4

why would  left wrist on 87 year old dad swell occasionally?   has happened 3 times and is always left side

Accepted Answer

MAny things: He may have a repetitive use injury of the left hand. He could have an old injury that flares up on occasion. There may be simple arthritis or even gout.

Question 5

what causes a pinching type of discomfort in my left wrist.  the vein gets hot and feels like something burned me.

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Could be a pinched nerve or circulation issue.  Hard to say without a thorough history and exam. Was this trauma related, repetitive action related,  longevity, duration, does it change over time???  See a Dr.

Question 6

my left wrist hurts only when i push down or against something (push-ups are the worst). it feels fine when lifting things. what could the problem be?

Accepted Answer

Impossible to say: There are numerous possible causes. Have the wrist evaluated.

Question 7

i have a pimple- like thing with no pus located on on my left wrist. it causes no irritation and feels a slight pain when i pinch it. what is it?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities.: You don't say how long it's been there, but this time of year it could be as simple as a bug bite. If it hasn't been there long, give it a few days to go away. If it has been present longer than a week, let your doctor or a dermatologist have a look at it.

Question 8

pain from left wrist to shoulder ?

Accepted Answer

Multiple Causes: Pain over such a large area typically involves the nerves in some fashion but there are too many possible causes to consider given the information that you've provided.  I'd suggest further workup and discussion with your regular physician.

Question 9

it feels like a rubber band around my left wrist?

Accepted Answer

Wrist pain: Tough to say what this is.  Could be many things so it is best to see your Dr. to get it evaluated and examined to best diagnose you.  Best wishes.

Question 10

left wrist pain quite severe,happens randomly and quickly then goes away?

Accepted Answer

Weird: Your neurologist should check it. You may benefit from ENG. Discuss it and good luck.

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I feel my pulse much stronger on the right wrist then the left wrist, is that ok?

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Slight pain in my left wrist when i touch it feels like its bruised, had for about a week and a half, pain increases when i use strength to grip/hold?

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Have mild chest pain throughout the day also, feel tired most of the time. get a very sharp pain every now and then in my left wrist. these happen mos?

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Why would left wrist on 87 year old dad swell occasionally? has happened 3 times and is always left side

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What causes a pinching type of discomfort in my left wrist. the vein gets hot and feels like something burned me.

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My left wrist hurts only when i push down or against something (push-ups are the worst). it feels fine when lifting things. what could the problem be?

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I have a pimple- like thing with no pus located on on my left wrist. it causes no irritation and feels a slight pain when i pinch it. what is it?

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Pain from left wrist to shoulder ?

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It feels like a rubber band around my left wrist?

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Left wrist pain quite severe,happens randomly and quickly then goes away?

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