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I have trouble gripping my fingers and when i grip objects it hurts bad and the muscles around the thumb swell and hurts what can it be i?

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Dr. David Cohen answered

Arthritis: This sounds like it may be arthritis. Of course you should have your hand examined by a doctor.

Dr Namey agreed

Answered 3/16/2014

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A member asked:

I have trouble gripping my fingers and when i grip objects it hurts bad and the muscles around the thumb swell and hurts what can it be i?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Cohen answered

Dr Namey agreed

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