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I've no feeling in thumb for 4 months,can feel lump like thing on nerve at base of the thumb.when touched tingles xrays, mri and nerve conductivity test all clear. any ideas of what to do next. as a left hander it is affecting me everyday as it's the hand

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Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

See hand surgeon: How aggravating! See a hand surgeon who can evaluate the lump and numbness. If you have already, see a neurologist. If you've seen both, time for second or even a third opinion!

Answered 10/18/2015

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A member asked:

I've no feeling in thumb for 4 months,can feel lump like thing on nerve at base of the thumb.when touched tingles xrays, mri and nerve conductivity test all clear. any ideas of what to do next. as a left hander it is affecting me everyday as it's the hand

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

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