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What can be some benign and mild causes of my skin on my thumb feels a burning sensation when i press down on it. stress related?
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Burning sensation: Unclear withuot more information and a physical exam;the reposted quality of sensation suggests possibly a nerve irritation.Unlikely is due to stress
Answered 11/11/2015
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