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When i run cold water on the back of my mid right index finger i get shooting pain. warm water -no. no pain nor numb otherwise. probable cause?

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Dr. Scott Keith answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Jurassic Allodynia.: The phenomena that you are experiencing is thought to a type of cutaneous neuropathy or commonly known as a cutaneous cold allodynia. Your brain is sensing a normally non painful stimuli as a painful one. This is probably best treated by a neurologist or physiatrist.

Answered 12/29/2015

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A member asked:

When i run cold water on the back of my mid right index finger i get shooting pain. warm water -no. no pain nor numb otherwise. probable cause?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Scott Keith answered

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