Question: my middle finger is swollen, but I didn't hurt it in anyway nor do I have a insect bite. two days ago it just started getting large and I was unable to bend it. as of today I can bend it but it's still swollen.
Brief Answer:
Wait and watch.
Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir,
Thank you for posting your query on HCM.
Well looking into your problem I would like to tell you that swollen finger can be due to many causes, sometimes it can be due to unidentified trauma , since there is no pain that means there is no sign of infection or inflammation . If it doesnt settle by its own then a possibilty of dactylitis needs to be considered and investigated . Since you dont report any other symptom like fever etc. it seems to be innocent and will settle on its own probably.
In my opinion we can have a wait and watch policy for this. Hot pack is useful sometimes cold ones. Check yourself. But in case any other sign appears you will need to see a doctor because physical examination will play an important role in determining what exactly is going on.
Take care.
Dr. Shruti
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What Causes Swelling In Fingers?
Brief Answer:
Wait and watch.
Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir,
Thank you for posting your query on HCM.
Well looking into your problem I would like to tell you that swollen finger can be due to many causes, sometimes it can be due to unidentified trauma , since there is no pain that means there is no sign of infection or inflammation . If it doesnt settle by its own then a possibilty of dactylitis needs to be considered and investigated . Since you dont report any other symptom like fever etc. it seems to be innocent and will settle on its own probably.
In my opinion we can have a wait and watch policy for this. Hot pack is useful sometimes cold ones. Check yourself. But in case any other sign appears you will need to see a doctor because physical examination will play an important role in determining what exactly is going on.
Take care.
Dr. Shruti