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What Causes Numbness And Tingling In The Thumb And Index Finger?

I work with my hands (carpentry) daily, and the numbness and tingling in my left thumb and index finger came on recently and suddenly. I also had a traumatic skiers thumb injury in 1980. I also have noticed loss of strength and difficulty picking up small things like a nail with these digits. My question is, how bad will this get? Will I have greater difficulty working from now on? This doesn t seem like carpal tunnel syndrome, though I have a lot of repetitive motions.
Wed, 14 Dec 2016
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Thanks for contacting healthcare magic.

According to your complain you have problem of tingling and numbness at fingure area and history of previous injury that may be because of nerve compression or injury.

Neuropathy may lead to tingling sensation and numbness.
Carpal tunnel syndrome may ruled out.
Vitamin b12 deficincey may cause numbness.

MRI is helpful for further diagnosis.
Consent a physician for further diagnosis.
Proper history and physical examination give exact idea.

I hope my guidance helpful to you..
Take care.
Thank you.
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What Causes Numbness And Tingling In The Thumb And Index Finger?

Thanks for contacting healthcare magic. According to your complain you have problem of tingling and numbness at fingure area and history of previous injury that may be because of nerve compression or injury. Neuropathy may lead to tingling sensation and numbness. Carpal tunnel syndrome may ruled out. Vitamin b12 deficincey may cause numbness. MRI is helpful for further diagnosis. Consent a physician for further diagnosis. Proper history and physical examination give exact idea. I hope my guidance helpful to you.. Take care. Thank you.