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What Causes Fingers To Swell And Turn Purple?
Ok, this is my problem. I had a Binine Firbroid Adnoma removed from my breast in April. since i am 53 i was told that this type was not common, and when lab results came back it show some calcifications around an unusal shape that may be caused by an auto-immune disorder. i was referred to my family physician and he said i was fine after running blood test. Yesterday my finger started throbbing for no reason and when i looked at it i watched it turn deep purple and is swollen. it still is. i looked up causes and they all seem to take me back to auto-immune disorders. what should i do?
Mon, 6 Jul 2015
Hi there.
You could be experiencing Raynaud's phenomenon which can be seen in certain cancers as well. I suggest you keep your fingers warm with mittens or gloves and consult your Doctor for the same. Certain medication may be necessary for relief.
You could be experiencing Raynaud's phenomenon which can be seen in certain cancers as well. I suggest you keep your fingers warm with mittens or gloves and consult your Doctor for the same. Certain medication may be necessary for relief.
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