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Elbow Pain, Swollen And Numb Fingers, Twitching Fingers. Taking Advil. What Is Wrong?
I am a softball player and it requires me to throw on a regular basis. 3 weeks ago I started feelin elbow pain and I kept playing for a week after that. Then I visited a doctor when I couldn't move my fingers because of the swelling and numbness. I had an MRI done and we do not have results back yet. My index finger is now twitching and has been for 2 days. I have also noticed that if I put ice on my elbow my finger tips go numb and if I ice my fingertips my elbow goes numb. I am also on Advil on a regular basis right now to help with the pain. What is wrong with my arm?
Thanks for your time
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Wed, 23 Oct 2013
Hi, it appears to be the carpal tunnel syndrome, causing the pressure on the radial nerve, and neuritis. it might be causing back ward pain up to the elbow.
I advise you to consult an orthopedic surgeon, for diagnosis and treatment. you may need to have release of the carpal tunnel. Thank you.
I advise you to consult an orthopedic surgeon, for diagnosis and treatment. you may need to have release of the carpal tunnel. Thank you.
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