"De Quervain's Disease is a painful condition affecting the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist. Chronic overuse of the wrist, direct injury to the wrist or tendon, and inflammatory arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis, may cause this condition. The characteristic symptoms of De Quervain's disease include pain near the base of the thumb, swelling near the base of the thumb, and difficulty moving the thumb and wrist. Over-the-counter pain relievers, splints and physical therapy, and surgery may help ease pain and inflammation.
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Query: Hi doctor,Three years ago, my right hand was accidentally run over. X-ray showed no broken bones, but throughout the year I had extreme pain on the right-hand side of my wrist next to the bone. I never know when the pain on the right-hand side of my wrist is going to happen or how long the intense p... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your history. There are three probable diagnosis in your case: Triangular fibrocartilage complex injury (TFCC). Non-union scaphoid. De Quervain's disease (painful inflammation of thumb that extends to wrist). TFCC injury is a soft ... Read Full »