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What Does Occasional Pain Below The Thumb Indicate For A Computer-addict Man?

so i am 22 years old. i often play PC games so i am constantly using the keyboard. i have this pain in my left hand near the very bottom part of my thumb, on the back side, and in the padded area of the hand below the thumb. it doesnt happen all of the time, only occasionally, but it s really bothersome. its a dull pain, and it is interefering with my enjoyment of online activities. could you help me out. what is going on?
Mon, 6 Mar 2017
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Hi,
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Probable diagnosis:De Quervain's tenosynovitis

I understand that you are worried about your pain.The symptoms you have mentioned suggest that you are possibly having a minor condition called De Quervain's tenosynovitis(No need to panic by its name).It is characterized by painful inflammation of tendons in the thumb.It can happen because of repeated over use as in your case.(Thats why it is also known as "gamers thumb" or texting thumb")
I suggest you to consult an orthopedician and get a detailed clinical evaluation done to make a diagnosis.A special test called "finkelstein's test"
is used to diagnose De Quervain's tenosynovitis in people who have wrist pain.
You might need the following as an initial line of management.
1.Analgesics ibuprofen for pain.
2.Complete rest of the affected wrist.
3.Apply ice packs to the area for symptomatic relief.
4.If the above measures fails you need to wear a splint for few weeks.
If these treatments don’t help, your doctor may recommend surgery.Not need to worry because it is minor procedure takes less than thirty minutes of time and generally done under local anesthesia.

Hope I have answered your query.
Wishing you good health.

Regards.
Dr.Shinas
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What Does Occasional Pain Below The Thumb Indicate For A Computer-addict Man?

Hi, Thanks for choosing healthcaremagic.com. Probable diagnosis:De Quervain s tenosynovitis I understand that you are worried about your pain.The symptoms you have mentioned suggest that you are possibly having a minor condition called De Quervain s tenosynovitis(No need to panic by its name).It is characterized by painful inflammation of tendons in the thumb.It can happen because of repeated over use as in your case.(Thats why it is also known as gamers thumb or texting thumb ) I suggest you to consult an orthopedician and get a detailed clinical evaluation done to make a diagnosis.A special test called finkelstein s test is used to diagnose De Quervain s tenosynovitis in people who have wrist pain. You might need the following as an initial line of management. 1.Analgesics ibuprofen for pain. 2.Complete rest of the affected wrist. 3.Apply ice packs to the area for symptomatic relief. 4.If the above measures fails you need to wear a splint for few weeks. If these treatments don’t help, your doctor may recommend surgery.Not need to worry because it is minor procedure takes less than thirty minutes of time and generally done under local anesthesia. Hope I have answered your query. Wishing you good health. Regards. Dr.Shinas