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Hand & wrist numbness - can hand joint pain be a symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome, what to do?

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Dr. Bruce Rothschild answered

Yes, but: Yes, but the cts could be caused by arthritis affecting the hands.

Answered 12/21/2013

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