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I have had a sore wrist for about two months. it originated on a day i was moving into a new home. the pain was not particularly severe at the time, and still is not. however, it's lingered for quite a while. the pain is not noticeable at rest, but

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Overuse: tendinitis. Use a wrist support and anti inflammatory medication like Advil or Aleve, (naproxen) if not allergic to these medications. If not improved in 1 week- get an xray.

Answered 2/4/2016

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A member asked:

I have had a sore wrist for about two months. it originated on a day i was moving into a new home. the pain was not particularly severe at the time, and still is not. however, it's lingered for quite a while. the pain is not noticeable at rest, but

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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