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Is it possible to break a joint that has been fused (in the thumb)?


Posted by Patricia G.

My joint no longer feels like it is fused.  It moves too freely and is painful.
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Sheryl R. Patient ExpertHealth Maven

Have you seen a Rheumatologist about this, Patricia? That is probably your best bet to find out what is going on with the joint.

 Be well,
Sheryl

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