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I sprained my thumb when i was trying to catch a football 3 months ago, but the problem is it still hurts. i play sports in fear that i will sprain it?
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Thumb injury: Best to see hand/ortho/sports med doc for examination and possible x-Rays. Could be ligament to fracture issues...
Answered 1/2/2015
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