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Suggest Treatment For Severe Pain In The Wrists , Hands And Fingers

Hi, for the last three days I have had severe pain in both wrists, fingers and hands. I also have a burning and tingling sensation. The pain is worse at night making it difficult to sleep. The pain has now extended to my forearms and up to my elbow.
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You could be having Rheumatoid arthritis. Get tested for anti CCP antibodies in the blood, CRP, ESR, Rheumatoid factor. Apply hot packs. Take pain killers. Consult a Rheumatologist.
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Suggest Treatment For Severe Pain In The Wrists , Hands And Fingers

You could be having Rheumatoid arthritis. Get tested for anti CCP antibodies in the blood, CRP, ESR, Rheumatoid factor. Apply hot packs. Take pain killers. Consult a Rheumatologist.