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I am experiencing painful hand/thumb joints (little better by: nsaids (ibuprofen, naproxen, etc.)) (side: both) (time frame: moved to high altitude?

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Thumb pains: 63 F I am experiencing painful hand/thumb joints (little better by: nsaids (ibuprofen, naproxen, etc.)) (side: both) (time frame: moved to high altitude? ANS: consider osteoarthritis and/or irritation from using computer a lot. Or opening difficult jars? Discuss with your new Dr at high altitude. Not likely related but they will know.

Answered 3/2/2017

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A member asked:

I am experiencing painful hand/thumb joints (little better by: nsaids (ibuprofen, naproxen, etc.)) (side: both) (time frame: moved to high altitude?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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