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How long does it take for carpal tunnel to heal? ive had this wrist pain for over a week. should i use heat or ice?
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Carpal tunnel syndrome is a chronic issue and can last months to years. If there is any nerve damage, impairment of sensation or motion, you may need surgical correction. It would be prudent to consult a rheumatologist. Wish you good health!
Answered 6/12/2021
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Carpal tunnel typically associated with numbness and tingling in median nerve distribution and nocturnal parathesias that waken you at night just pain more likely tendonitis or wrist sprain
Answered 6/18/2021
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