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6yr sharp tendonitis and carpal tunnel of wrist, steroid injections no longer working. do recommended surgery or no? doing anything causes pain?
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Yes, surgery is indicated.
Answered 9/16/2021
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You may need nerve conduction studies for nerve involvement. Please see a hand surgeon for further management. Depending Upon the extent of nerve compression, surgery may be required.
Answered 9/16/2021
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