Getting ready to try my first jelly roll. I was wondering if you could use a silicone mat instead of parchment paper. It doesn't seem like a good idea, because (I would think) the cake batter would get under the mat and stick, plus sticking to the sides. Yet I see "silicone jelly roll mats" for sale.
So, parchment only or silicone?
Caucasian female, 67, 5'3", 165lb., non-smoker, hypertension, post-breast cancer (still on exemestane until November), "severe" osteoarthritis in left base thumb joint (diclofenac 75mgx2), generally good health and active. No diabetes.
About a month ago my index finger on my right hand started feeling numb, not 100%, but like the feeling was muted down to about 30% sensation. At the same time, the left hand index finger turned hypersensitive, so that bumping it mildly, such as opening a drawer or using a handle, would send jolting pain up and down that finger.
I've had these symptoms before, but never both at once nor as long and severe as they are now. I had am EMG about 18 months ago, which came up "normal" and again just this week. Also "normal." But the fingers sure do hurt for being "normal!"
What could be causing this? It's not carpal tunnel, but it is not "normal." I do use my hands a lot with woodworking and gardening/landscaping.