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I fell on my thumb while playing softball and ever since july 12 my thumb is bothering me. both sides of my joint hurt. what could be wrong?

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Injury: Joint ligament damage may have occurred as a mild sprain should have improved significantly by now. See a hand surgeon for evaluation and treatment as you want to avoid permanent joint damage.

Answered 8/27/2014

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