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What Causes Discoloartion And Swelling In Right Hand Knuckles?

Posted on Tue, 19 Apr 2016

Question: Hello, I've suffered from discolored knuckles on my right hand for years and have been very self concious about it thinking people have always thought I was dirty. I knew better but I could never explain what it was or why I had it. It sometimes goes away and then comes back depending on the season of weather it could become worse or better. I put lotion on daily and it doesn't seem to help. I would really like this to go away. It started with just the main knuckle on the right hand and has since spread to the two last knuckles and my lower knuckles as well. My left hand is just fine.

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (10 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Get investigated and take treatment as advised

Detailed Answer:
Hello, Welcome to Health Care Magic.
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.

Is the discoloration associated with any swelling, itching?
Black discoloration may be due to vitamin B12 deficiency.
You should get blood investigation for vitamin B12.

Vitamin B 12 supplementation should be started once it is found to be low.

Hope you found the answer.

Do get back to me for further queries.
Regards
Dr N Kumar

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee