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I am getting intermittent sharp, electric type pain in my middle and ring fingers. my palm at the base of my thumb is also painful. any ideas?

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

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Sounds like: It might be a nerve was it injured? Should have a full evaluation

Answered 7/12/2018

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A member asked:

I am getting intermittent sharp, electric type pain in my middle and ring fingers. my palm at the base of my thumb is also painful. any ideas?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marsha Davis answered

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