Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
171 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suggest Treatment For Lumps On The Knuckle

i have suddenly developed two lumps by my knuckle of my 3rd finger. no redness. moveable, but not squishy. I have had serious elbow, wrist, and knee pain. Advil only helps a little. Just stiff all the time. I'm 62, fit, active.
I now have trouble using wrist for little things, i.e. using a screw driver/ opening caps, working. I work in ophthalmology and need these hands.
posted on Sun, 14 Feb 2016
Twitter Fri, 19 Feb 2016 Answered on
Twitter Fri, 19 Feb 2016 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
Dentist,  's  Response
Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have abdominal bloating in a heart patient. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like dermoid cyst , bone cyst or ganglion. I would suggest you to apply warm compresses on lumps several times a day , do not massage lumps and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Consult general surgeon for proper diagnosis . Doctor may order x-ray or CT scan or hand , doctor may also take sample for lab test . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics along with antiinflammatory at least for 5 days . Doctor may also recommend surgical removal of lumps under local anesthesia in case of severe infection or may simply drain the puss .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Suggest Treatment For Lumps On The Knuckle

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have abdominal bloating in a heart patient. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like dermoid cyst , bone cyst or ganglion. I would suggest you to apply warm compresses on lumps several times a day , do not massage lumps and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Consult general surgeon for proper diagnosis . Doctor may order x-ray or CT scan or hand , doctor may also take sample for lab test . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics along with antiinflammatory at least for 5 days . Doctor may also recommend surgical removal of lumps under local anesthesia in case of severe infection or may simply drain the puss . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari