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Had right thumb pins and needles for two weeks now. is this carpal tunnel? or ms? it started after doing lots of crafts using scissors.
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Overuse. : More likely overuse rather than carpal tunnel. Highly doubt MS. Try thumb brace, rest and antiinflammatory medications OTC. See your doctor if not better within a week. Best wishes
Answered 9/26/2016
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