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Severe burning sensation.left hand only.wakes me at night.episodic(4 episodes past 20 years.previously just tingling/numb).2nd episode w severe pain & whole hand swelling(last was 2 years ago:took 30 mg cymbalta for 3 weeks).began cymbalta 2 weeks ag?

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Carpal tunnel: Your symptoms may suggest a carpal tunnel syndrome which is due to a median nerve compression at the wrist. An exam can usually make the diagnosis. An electromyogram can be helpful as well. See a rheumatologist, orthopedist or hand surgeon.

Answered 1/2/2018

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