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What is the reason for the bulge in my wrist?

I have a bulge in my wrist which can be seen when i flex my palms. When I touch this bulge it hurts. According to a doctor it is excess oil accumulation. Is that true? Can...
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My hands are shivering. What could this be?

My hands are shivering for no particular reason. I am worried if it is a temporary thing or a neurological problem. What I can do now?
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What could be the cause of my wrist pain?

I work on the computer for nearly the entire day. Off late I am experiencing a lot of pain around my wrist. What could be the cause of this? Is it due to wrong hand position?...
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How can I reduce my hand tremors?

I am 57 years old and I am experiencing hand tremors that arise all of a sudden. My blood pressure seems to be on the higher side and the doctor has indicated that it could be...
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I have a ganglion cyst in my left wrist

The ganglion cyst in my left wrist seems to be getting larger. Can it be drained or removed? My doctor didn't mention it but it seems to be getting in the way of my daily life....
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I am experiencing stiffness in my finger after an injury. What could be the reason?

I had an injury last week when the bike fell on my hand. I am finding my index finger very stiff post the accident. What could be the reason?
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I am experiencing numbness in my hands after a cancer treatment. Should I visit a doctor?

I completed my chemotherapy sessions for breast cancer. It has been about 6 months since my treatment got over but I am now feeling slight numbness in my hands. Should I visit...
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Can anxiety cause pain in the shoulders and arms?

Every time I feel stressed or tensed about something, I experience pain all over my arms and shoulders. Is this pain related to anxiety or is it a symptom of something more serious?...
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I am having pigmentation around my palm and hand. What could be the reason?

I am a 37 year old woman and I am suddenly noticing the palm of my hand is turning black in color. What could be the reason behind this pigmentation?
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If I sprain my hand, should I put a hot compress or a cold compress?

I recently sprained my hand while picking up a heavy object. I have applied some ointment that should be working on pain relief. I want to also put a compress as it provides...
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What could be the reason for my frozen shoulder?

I am a 42 year old lecturer. I have suddenly been suffering from a bad frozen shoulder in my left hand. What could be the possible reason for this?
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After a fracture my finger seems tilted. Why?

I suffered a severe fracture and after the plaster got removed I can feel that my finger looks slightly tilted. What could be the reason for the same?
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I am suffering from a hand pain due to sleeping on one side. What should I do?

I am suffering from a severe pain in my hand as I sleep on one side only. I wake up everyday morning with a hand pain. What can I do to reduce this pain?
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Depuytren's contacture question

I have Depuytren's contracture in both of my hands. I have heard that radiation therapy can help. How does this help? Does it really help?
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My hands swell when I exercise

I've been having a terrible time with my hands swelling during exercise. What could be the cause of this?
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Hand pain after carpal tunnel surgery

I had carpal nerve release done several years ago. I am still getting pain in my hands and arms. Is there another nerve that could be causing a problem? Do I just have to live...
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Irritating scar tissue, what can I do?

I had an operation done on my pointer finger and there is scar tissue running from my middle knuckle down to my palm. It gets itchy and extremely sensitive. Is there anything...
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Recovery expectations for knuckle joint replacement

My mom had knuckle joint replacement surgery for her rheumatoid arthritis. She knows that physical therapy will be required, but when can she expect to feel better? She's nervous...
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

I've been told that I need to have surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome. It is really hurting but I don't want to have surgery. Are there any non-surgical alternatives you might...
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Hand surgery for RA - what to expect?

I need hand surgery on my right hand for rheumatoid arthritis. It's very bad. What will recovery be like? When can I use my hand again?
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