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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Causes, Symptoms, Risk Factors, Complications, Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Symptoms

The symptoms of this condition begin gradually and may include:

  • Numbness or tingling: Usually the thumb, index, middle, or ring fingers are affected, not the little finger. This sensation may move from the wrist up to the arm.
  • Burning or weakness may be experienced in the affected hand.
  • Pain, shock-like sensations in the hand
  • Clumsiness in the hand leading to dropping things

Ulnar Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Risk Factors

Some factors that predispose an individual to the development of this condition are:

  • Anatomic factors
  • Nerve-damaging conditions
  • Inflammatory conditions
  • Medications
  • Obesity
  • Body fluid changes
  • Other medical conditions
  • Workplace factors

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Complication

An untreated condition of carpal tunnel syndrome may lead to certain complications such as:

  • Atrophy – As a result of the degeneration of cells or become vestigial.
  • Weakness of the muscles
  • Lack of dexterity (agility)

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