Question 1

wrist pain, small bruises on each side. pain when turning, grabbing and lifting. pain shoots up arm like a hit "funny bone". minimal swelling. why?

Accepted Answer

Ulnar impaction: You might be born with a long ulna. When you move your wrist towards the little finger or load it you bump the wrist into the ulna. You should see a hand surgeon for an exam and x-rays.

Question 2

wrist pain that shoots up arms on outside of forearm,  and sharp pain on inside of elbow. fingers curling towards palm. i'm a 17, been in pain 4 weeks?

Accepted Answer

Too long : It seems you have tried all the appropriate things to get rid of your pain but it is still present if the pain is still as bad as in the beginning then you need to get some further testing EMG will help answer if you have nerve irritation  of ulnar nerve in your arm if you some improvement them you can give it couple of ore weeks to see of the pain goes away good luck i hope this helps.

Question 3

burning right wrist pain under thumb, and upper arm pain that shoots into shoulder for 2 months - dr said nerve related. now numbness & weak left pinky. could right arm nerve compression shoot into my left hand? neuro appt isnt until august. worried?

Accepted Answer

: Your condition could originate from the cervical spines although you do not have neck or upper back pain. Your doctor should initiate some work up for neuropathy in the meantime pending initial neuro visit. MRI of the cervicothoracic spines (mainly the lower C spines C5-7, and upper thoracic spines T1-T3) should be included in the preliminary work-up.

Question 4

l elbow n wrist pain with pain down l neck, l upper back, l upper arm and l forearm. got the pain after swimming. 1 doc said golfer's elbow. agree?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Golfers  elbow is an inflammatory condition that affects the flexors of the wrist on the inside of the elbow.  It could not explain all the pain complaints you have.  You may have a pinched nerve in the neck which could potentially explain your symptoms.

Question 5

wrist pain going up the arm, with something small popping out underneath wrist, help?

Accepted Answer

Ganglion?: Sounds like you have developed a ganglion on the velar wrist. This is a synovial cyst arising from the wrist joint. It can be painful itself or put pressure on neighboring structures like the median nerve or radial artery causing radiating pain. Seek care with hand surgeon.

Question 6

wrist pain and a rash up my arm out of nowhere, what is it?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: Pain associated with a rash can be caused by several conditions, including shingles (herpes zoster) and rheumatic fever (lyme disease) to name a few.  The only way to know what is causing your symptoms is to see a doctor.

Question 7

could wrist pain have something to would with a fracture in my arm?

Accepted Answer

Yes for sure: Most fracture in the forearm cause wrist pain some little and some time a lot, because the bones are connecting together. There are fractures in the forearm could cause dislocation of  one of the bone of the wrist.
If you in the question the arm bone(hummerus) I do not think so.

Question 8

i have a wrist pain since 4 weeks sometimes it involves entire arm and forearm i feel numbness and unable to do anything what should i do?

Accepted Answer

See the Dr.: You need an exam. you appear to have some sort of nerve entrapment syndrome such as possible carpal tunnel syndrome. Take NSAID's and use a wrist brace until you can see the Dr. Best wishes.

Question 9

what can cause wrist pain and arms and legs tingling?

Accepted Answer

See below: These are symtoms that need to be evaluated thoroughly your physician.  He/she will be able to discuss his/her findings and suggest a plan.

Question 10

i have a wrist pain with hand & sometimes to my arm should i go & check it or is it not a big deal?

Accepted Answer

Wrist pain: Yes, check with orthopedic surgeon: possible carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel, or radial tunnel syndromes. May be tendonitis: mant tendon possibilities. Possible vascular or referred cervical pain.

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Wrist pain, small bruises on each side. pain when turning, grabbing and lifting. pain shoots up arm like a hit "funny bone". minimal swelling. why?

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Wrist pain that shoots up arms on outside of forearm, and sharp pain on inside of elbow. fingers curling towards palm. i'm a 17, been in pain 4 weeks?

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Burning right wrist pain under thumb, and upper arm pain that shoots into shoulder for 2 months - dr said nerve related. now numbness & weak left pinky. could right arm nerve compression shoot into my left hand? neuro appt isnt until august. worried?

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L elbow n wrist pain with pain down l neck, l upper back, l upper arm and l forearm. got the pain after swimming. 1 doc said golfer's elbow. agree?

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Wrist pain going up the arm, with something small popping out underneath wrist, help?

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Wrist pain and a rash up my arm out of nowhere, what is it?

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Could wrist pain have something to would with a fracture in my arm?

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I have a wrist pain since 4 weeks sometimes it involves entire arm and forearm i feel numbness and unable to do anything what should i do?

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What can cause wrist pain and arms and legs tingling?

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I have a wrist pain with hand & sometimes to my arm should i go & check it or is it not a big deal?

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