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I have very painful thumb joints. The pain is mainly at base of thumb on both hands and fleshy part of hand between wrist and base of thumb.It appears quite swollen and it is difficult to grip anything now. Steroid injectoon releaved pain for a few weeks however it is worse than ever now.
Hi Welcome to healthcare magic After going through your query I think You are suffering from osteoarthritis of carpometacarpal joint of thumb. Analgesics such as diclofenac slow release tablets is helpful in pain relief. Diacerine and glucosamine sulfate protect cartilage from breakdown and help in cartilage regeneration. Serum vitamin D test is advised and if it is low than vitamin D supplementation will be required. You can discuss with your treating doctor. I do hope that you have found something helpful. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.
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Suggest Remedy For Painful Thumb Joints
Hi Welcome to healthcare magic After going through your query I think You are suffering from osteoarthritis of carpometacarpal joint of thumb. Analgesics such as diclofenac slow release tablets is helpful in pain relief. Diacerine and glucosamine sulfate protect cartilage from breakdown and help in cartilage regeneration. Serum vitamin D test is advised and if it is low than vitamin D supplementation will be required. You can discuss with your treating doctor. I do hope that you have found something helpful. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.