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A member asked:

What causes a pinching type of discomfort in my left wrist. the vein gets hot and feels like something burned me.

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

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.

Dr Sojico agreed

Answered 11/22/2014

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