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My lft thumb repeatedly goes totally numb only on dorsal side from just above wrist to base of nail bed. any explanations abt wht mght be causing ths?
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Carpal tunnel?: It could be carpal tunnel; have it examined by your doctor.
Answered 2/9/2015
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