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I have pain in my left hand at left side of palm and thumbs meet it is swell& pain is on pressing the area tightly pain is sharp painkillers taken?

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Dr. William m Simpson answered

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Likely inflammation: Often osteoarthritis presents first with pain at the base of the thumb, but in someone your age, it is much more likely to be due to overuse--perhaps while doing something like your profile picture depicts. Try NSAID (ibuprofen, naproxen), heat, avoid overuse. If not improved, see health care provider.

Answered 9/10/2014

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A member asked:

I have pain in my left hand at left side of palm and thumbs meet it is swell& pain is on pressing the area tightly pain is sharp painkillers taken?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. William m Simpson answered

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