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I'm experiencing sharp pain on the outside half of top of my hand and wrist mostly when bending forward or back for about a week. what could it be?
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Tendonitis: Probably some inflammation in the tendons on the back of the hand/wrist. Try immobiliizing the wrist with an ace wrap or brace for a week, taking some ibuprofen and avoiding activities that cause pain.
Answered 11/25/2015
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