What Causes Itchy Swollen Fingers?

Posted on Mon, 13 Jul 2015

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Mon, 13 Jul 2015 Answered on

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Question : The third and fourth fingers on my right hand are swollen and itchy especially between the third and fourth fingers. this is out of the blue. What to do?

Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
you may need investigation.

Detailed Answer:
Hello
I have read your query.
swelling and itching of fingers needs clinical examination and further investigation like CBC and ultrasound.
Till time you need rest and elevation of fingers.
do not apply any cream with out consulting your doctor.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar