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A member asked:
If i have a pain in my wrist, should i skip a regular doctor and just go straight to a hand orthopedist?
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You do either one: Your family doctor knew very well he may try some medications it may take care of it, if did not help then he could refer you to hand specialist.
Answered 1/1/2021
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