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My right wrist hurt when i move around. i was making things of clay then a day after it started to hurt?

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Dr. Hill Hastings answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Temporary overuse: It should quiet down. Avoid the same activity for 5-7 days. If no gastrointestinal problems, taking a non-steroidal medicine such as Ibuprofen 3 times a day for 5 days is advised.

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Answered 5/11/2020

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