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Suggest Treatment For Pain In Wrist Before Every Menstrual Cycle

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Question : I always get a pain in my wrist a few days before my periods, it's always the same wrist and don't get it anywhere else, Can you explain this to me please?
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (31 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Probably related to fluid retention!

Detailed Answer:
HI and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about this pain in your wrist just before menses. This is part of a premenstrual syndrome caused by fluid retention caused by hormonal changes. retained fluid exerts pressure on the median nerve as it exits through the risk and explains these symptoms. This is benign an d these pains would normally resolve within days after the onset of menses. For relief, use tylenol and avoid bending the hand at the wrist. Also, reduced salt intake would be helpful at this, too!

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.
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Suggest Treatment For Pain In Wrist Before Every Menstrual Cycle

Brief Answer: Probably related to fluid retention! Detailed Answer: HI and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about this pain in your wrist just before menses. This is part of a premenstrual syndrome caused by fluid retention caused by hormonal changes. retained fluid exerts pressure on the median nerve as it exits through the risk and explains these symptoms. This is benign an d these pains would normally resolve within days after the onset of menses. For relief, use tylenol and avoid bending the hand at the wrist. Also, reduced salt intake would be helpful at this, too! I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.