Phoenix, AZ
A 73-year-old female asked:
What causes a pinching type of discomfort in my left wrist. the vein gets hot and feels like something burned me.
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Jeffrey Bassmananswered
Dentistry 46 years experience
Hard to say: Could be a pinched nerve or circulation issue. Hard to say without a thorough history and exam. Was this trauma related, repetitive action related, longevity, duration, does it change over time??? See a Dr.
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Last updated Nov 22, 2014
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