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I'm having pain in my wrist and some numbness in my thumb. my wrist almost feels like it needs to pop and when i make a fist and squeeze, it kills.

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Dr. John Rhoades answered

Need exam: You will need an exam and prob Xrays to give you an accurate DX. I would suggest calling your DR and getting an apt.

Answered 6/26/2016

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A member asked:

I'm having pain in my wrist and some numbness in my thumb. my wrist almost feels like it needs to pop and when i make a fist and squeeze, it kills.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Rhoades answered

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