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The top part of my left hand between my middle and index finger hurts. the pain starts at my wrists and extends past my knuckles (in between) i am 16.

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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

There are a lot: of different possible causes for your discomfort. None of them are particularly serious. Try a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication like ibuprofen and see if it gets better. If it persists for more than 48 hours get checked out by a health care provider.

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 9/19/2017

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