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Suggest Remedy For Elbow Pain And Twitching Sensation On Thumb
Question: My elbow has been in pain for several weeks and now my thumb twitches every now and then. What can I do for these symptoms?
Brief Answer:
Analgesic anti-inflammatory preparation for symptomatic relief
Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXX,
Thanks for your query.
Regarding the symptoms as mentioned in the post, kindly let us know about the following:
1. How did the symptoms start? Is there any history of recent illness or injury/trauma to the elbow and thumb?
2. Pain is localized to a particular point or involves the entire elbow joint? If it is a localizing pain kindly mention the location or attach a picture.
3. Is the pain constant in nature or increases on certain movements of the elbow?
4. Any diurnal variation? i.e. symptoms are more during any particular time of the day?
5. Sensation of twitching can be due to poor neuro-muscular co-ordination secondary to systemic illness. Is there is significant past history of systemic disease like Diabetes, Hypertension, Thyroid disorder, etc. ?
6. Any recent history of Stress, improper nutrition & lack of sleep?
7. Habit of smoking or alcohol consumption?
8. History of prolonged intake of any medication (other than Aleve)?
9. Have you consulted any Doctor? Any tests/ laboratory investigations carried out? If yes, then please attach the concerned reports along with your post.
10. Any other associated symptoms, like fever, loss of sensation, discolouration, swelling, etc.?
A knowledge of the above mentioned facts will be helpful to make a better diagnosis and formulate an appropriate management plan.
Till then, symptomatic relief can be obtained with:
1. Analgesic anti-inflammatory preparation like Paracetamol (Tylenol) or Aleve.
2. Nervigenic agents (like Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Folic acid)
3. Multivitamin & multimineral supplements including iron, calcium & Vitamin D needs to be added in your diet.
Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
Analgesic anti-inflammatory preparation for symptomatic relief
Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXX,
Thanks for your query.
Regarding the symptoms as mentioned in the post, kindly let us know about the following:
1. How did the symptoms start? Is there any history of recent illness or injury/trauma to the elbow and thumb?
2. Pain is localized to a particular point or involves the entire elbow joint? If it is a localizing pain kindly mention the location or attach a picture.
3. Is the pain constant in nature or increases on certain movements of the elbow?
4. Any diurnal variation? i.e. symptoms are more during any particular time of the day?
5. Sensation of twitching can be due to poor neuro-muscular co-ordination secondary to systemic illness. Is there is significant past history of systemic disease like Diabetes, Hypertension, Thyroid disorder, etc. ?
6. Any recent history of Stress, improper nutrition & lack of sleep?
7. Habit of smoking or alcohol consumption?
8. History of prolonged intake of any medication (other than Aleve)?
9. Have you consulted any Doctor? Any tests/ laboratory investigations carried out? If yes, then please attach the concerned reports along with your post.
10. Any other associated symptoms, like fever, loss of sensation, discolouration, swelling, etc.?
A knowledge of the above mentioned facts will be helpful to make a better diagnosis and formulate an appropriate management plan.
Till then, symptomatic relief can be obtained with:
1. Analgesic anti-inflammatory preparation like Paracetamol (Tylenol) or Aleve.
2. Nervigenic agents (like Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Folic acid)
3. Multivitamin & multimineral supplements including iron, calcium & Vitamin D needs to be added in your diet.
Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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