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My wrist recently started to hurt, maybe sometime yesterday. say im laying down, i couldnt use my left wrist to help me stand up without pain.

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Dr. Merrill Reuter answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Sprain or inflammation: Try antiinflammatory for a few days. If getting worse rather than better need to get it checked.

Dr Mottram agreed

Answered 8/19/2015

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A member asked:

My wrist recently started to hurt, maybe sometime yesterday. say im laying down, i couldnt use my left wrist to help me stand up without pain.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Merrill Reuter answered

Dr Mottram agreed

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