Which of the following is true of trigger finger?
A) It is caused by a narrowing of the tendon sheath.
B) It is caused by entrapment of the median nerve under the transverse carpal ligament.
C) It is a type of arthritis caused by inflammation.
D) It is caused by overuse of weak, inhibited wrist extensors.
A
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