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Possible MS?
by Oscar1973, Jan 22, 2008 11:09PM
I have been getting a strange 'burning' feeling at the very end of my thumb (where my thumb print is). I initially started rubbing it - thinking I'd may be burned it on something, etc - however it has continued for a few weeks now so am thinking it could be nerve related. Could something that starts out this vague be MS? I know that there can be a whole range of symptoms that appear before diagnosis. I had some 'nerve' type symptoms about 10 years ago - but nothing since then (at the time I did have ongoing neck problems which were a result of 'training' I was doing at the time). Am starting to worry a little now!
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With just the thumb burning sensation, it is likely to be something local limited just to the thumb.
MS usually presents with a range of symptoms that wax and wane over time.
Any nerve damage (even local) can take a few months to recover..... If you are worried about it go see your Dr. But if this is the only symptom likely it will resolve over time.
Try not to worry too much. Actually MS is pretty rare and your chances are very low.
Best wishes
Sally
the thumb thing could be something that occurs with MS, but is not likely that it would be the only presenting symptom.
In particular most people with MS have problems with severe fatigue.
MS is often a diagnosis of exclusion. This means that the symptoms seen with MS can also be seen with many other conditions, and those other conditions have to be ruled out first.
Keep the thumb thing and what happened 10 years ago separate. If you are worried any furhter you are welcome to visit us here anytime.
Best wishes
Sally