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Health Encyclopedia: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Symptoms

Symptoms


Symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome usually progress gradually over weeks and months and sometimes years. Anyone with recurrent or persistent pain, numbness and tingling, or weakness of the hand should consult a doctor for a diagnosis. Symptoms often develop as follows:

  • Initial symptoms include pain in the wrist and hand. Symptoms commonly occur in both hands. (Even when only one hand is painful, the other hand often shows signs of nerve conduction abnormalities on testing.)
  • Early on, the p...
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