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My thumb hurts when i put back pressure on it?

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Dr. Daniel Mass answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Arthritis: The most common cause of thumb pain is arthritis at the base of the thumb. This can be treated with splinting, injections or surgery depending on the severity.

Answered 6/29/2018

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