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I have sharp throbbing pains starting from my left wrist and shooting up my arm to my elbow. very uncomfortable and painful.
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Need for examination: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without taking additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor. One possibility is carpal tunnel syndrome. It you are overweight it would help to lose weight.
Answered 6/22/2015
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