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What is the safe age to undergo surgery for trigger thumb?
Query: Hi doctor, My baby boy has trigger thumb problem, and he is just 11 months old. Our family doctor has suggested surgery, as a treatment option. We are ready for surgery, but we are thinking about the baby's age. Is his age sufficient for the surgery? We are thinking to get the surgery done after 18 ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If the condition is not causing much pain or discomfort to the baby, then surgery can be done after six months. Meanwhile, other measures like physiotherapy and splinting also can help. But if the condition is very painful and is causing trouble to the baby, the... Read Full »