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The tip of my thumb has been numb for 3 weeks and i get "electric shocks" what is this?
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Nerve: An irritable/mildly inflamed or pinched nerve or muscle is the likely cause if there is no associated discoloration,injury or swelling. See your physician if symptoms persist,worsen or if numbness,tingling appear in other parts of the body.
Answered 6/30/2018
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