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Thumb is sore & swollen. didn't injure. cause and what to do?
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Follow-up needed: This could be an inflammatory process caused by arthritic changes (ej. osteoarthritis, gout, etc.). Need to see a Physician if not better.
Answered 4/19/2015
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