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What Causes Numbness And Tingling In Thumb After An Injury?

i smashed my thumb between a couch and a screen door yesterday at work. ever since the pain subsided the knuckle side of my thumb is completely numb and when touched it feels tingly. it s been almost 24 hours with no change. will it go away if i don t get it checked out b y a doctor? or is it permanent either way?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello,

The symptoms seem to be related to the injury. They are completely normal.

I recommend using an anti-inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen three times a day to relieve the symptoms. I also suggest using cold compresses for local applications.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Numbness And Tingling In Thumb After An Injury?

Hello, The symptoms seem to be related to the injury. They are completely normal. I recommend using an anti-inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen three times a day to relieve the symptoms. I also suggest using cold compresses for local applications. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician