Understanding 'Mommy's Wrist': Causes, Treatments, and Skin Concerns
De Quervain's tenosynovitis Hello Dr. Yeh: About three to four months ago, I experienced pain in the inner joint of my right wrist. Actions like writing with a pen or using scissors exacerbated the pain. Initially, I applied anti-inflammatory ointment continuously, but later...
Dr. Ye Qingnian Reply:
The effects of corticosteroids for mother's hand are very good, but it is important to avoid lifting heavy objects, as this may lead to a recurrence. A local injection of corticosteroids should not cause a pinkish-white discoloration. Whether it can recover is uncertain, as ...[Read More] Understanding 'Mommy's Wrist': Causes, Treatments, and Skin Concerns
Understanding Mommy's Wrist: Steroid Injection Side Effects and Recovery
De Quervain's tenosynovitis Hello, over three months ago, I sought treatment at a clinic for "mother's hand" (De Quervain's tenosynovitis). The doctor administered a steroid injection into my wrist, but shortly after, I noticed an increasing disparity bet...
Dr. Li Wenlin Reply:
Hello: In response to your question. Your description does resemble the side effects of steroids; however, in the treatment of De Quervain's tenosynovitis (commonly known as "mommy's thumb"), steroids are typically injected near the tendon sheath rather than i...[Read More] Understanding Mommy's Wrist: Steroid Injection Side Effects and Recovery