Suggest Treatment For Pain And Swelling On Finger Tips

Posted on Sat, 10 Oct 2015

Question: I HAVE PAIN IN THE TIPS OF 3 FINGERS,THEY SWELL AND FEEL WARM. IT LAST A FEW DAYS AND THEN WILL DISAPPEAR FOR WEEKS SOMETIMES. ALSO THE HEEL OF THE HAND GET RED WITH PAIN AND FEVER. CAN YOU HELP ME UNDERSTAND WHAT GOES ON?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (25 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
possible arhritis

Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome. This is possible arhritis which can be autoimmune, bacterial, rheumatoid or vascular. You should see immunologist and rheumatologist to find exact diagnosis. You need to take ibuprofenum 3x400mg and in case of severe pain and swelling you need corticosteroid or azathioprin. Try to rest with your fingers,apply warm compresses, keep hands elevated. Also, you should do xrays to see bones and joints in hand. Wish you good health. Regards

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