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A member asked:

I popped my thumb last night and instantly after it swelled up and got pain. it hurts the worst when i try to bend it....why is it?

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Sudden trauma: A sudden abrupt trauma to a joint can instantly cause an inflammatory response to include swelling. If is is painful you may want to get seen.

Answered 1/14/2015

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Popping": is called SUBLUXATION! It indicates partial DISLOCATION. STOP DOING IT! You have injured the tendons which control your thumb's motion and strength for GRASPING! If your symptoms persist...see a HAND SPECIALIST! Hope this helps! Dr Z

Dr Willson agreed

Answered 1/14/2015

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