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Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by an inflammation of tendons passing through the carpal tunnel of the wrist. What causes this inflammation and pain?
A) The muscles eventually fatigue and become swollen, thus swelling the tendon.
B) The tendons become stretched out and ultimately tear away from the bone.
C) Certain continuous hand motions cause the tendons to repeatedly rub against bone.
D) The associated muscles are too weak and begin to spasm, leading to inflammation.

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