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I am having pain in my thumb and think its my adductor pollicis muscle. it is swollen and has a warm sensation with some pain. is it a muscle tear?

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Unusual: Unlikely you tore a muscle related to your thumb. More likely a tendinitis, or arthritis.

Answered 12/20/2012

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It could be inflamed: You may want to see a doctor it could be inflammation of the joint. You should see your doctor. Ice and Ibuprofen will help.

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 2/17/2015

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