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What Could Be Causing Pain On The Joints Of Wrist?

Hi, I have had trouble with my wrist for a few months now but now it is seeming to get worse. I have trouble picking up items, it won t bend as far as my other wrist (in all directions) and whenever I try I get a sharp pain on the joint. I haven t had any breaks there or recall any injuries that might have caused it.
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have pain on the joints of wrist . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like injury ,arthritis , rheumatoid arthritis , carpal tunnel syndrome , gout or ganglion cysts. There can be other reasons also like joint dislocation or chip off fraction from part of bone , as this this joint consists of many small bones .I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI along with physical examination , urine test . Doctor may recommend surgical removal or may prescribe antibiotics , allopurinol along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may also recommend physical therapy .Doctor may fix the abnormality by plaster , splint or bandage in case of fracture .For now apply warm compresses , you can also put your wrist in hot water tub for 15 minutes daily and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Do not lift heavy object with arm and give proper rest to your arm .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Could Be Causing Pain On The Joints Of Wrist?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have pain on the joints of wrist . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like injury ,arthritis , rheumatoid arthritis , carpal tunnel syndrome , gout or ganglion cysts. There can be other reasons also like joint dislocation or chip off fraction from part of bone , as this this joint consists of many small bones .I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI along with physical examination , urine test . Doctor may recommend surgical removal or may prescribe antibiotics , allopurinol along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may also recommend physical therapy .Doctor may fix the abnormality by plaster , splint or bandage in case of fracture .For now apply warm compresses , you can also put your wrist in hot water tub for 15 minutes daily and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Do not lift heavy object with arm and give proper rest to your arm . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari