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A member asked:
Woke up this morning and my thumb clicks " when i bend it. feel like it is on a hinge. not sore or swollen. didn't hit it not red. i am 64 female.
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Tendon issue: It sounds like you have a tendon or cartilage problem in your thumb. It is good that there is no pain or swelling. If the problem persists you may need to see a hand surgeon for evaluation, splinting or other treatments.
Answered 12/10/2014
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Clicking thumb: Maybe tendon/synovia irritation as move thru pulley in finger-Trigger thumb. May be underlying arthritis.May consider NSAIDs if not allergic or no gastritis, warm soaks, splints, iontophoreiphoresis (topical steroids) if does not resolve may need local steroid injection. If you can not move your thumb or make a fist seek medical attention today, may be subluxation. F/U with doctor urgent care
Answered 12/10/2014
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