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Carpal tunnel syndrome
A tender wrist caused by an irritation of the median nerve. The median nerve, the main nerve going into the hand, passes through the carpal tunnel on the inside of the wrist. During pregnancy the tunnel through which the median nerve passes can become narrower, probably due to the influence of hormones produced during pregnancy. The narrowing of the tunnel compresses the median nerve producing numbness, burning sensation and tingling in the hand. This is a common problem of pregnancy (2-25% of women) that usually resolves without surgery after pregnancy. Women with diabetes, arthritis, obesity, and those who perform repetitive movements of the wrist at work (e.g. typing, assembly jobs) are most likely to suffer from this condition.
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