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What Causes Painfully Swollen Thumb And Index Fingers?

Hi, I have a swollen left hand at the base of the thumb down to the wrist, as well as swollen index and middle fingers. This is the second time it has happen within 6 months. I think that area has some arthritis, when not swollen it is thicker than the right. It is quite painful to touch forefinger and thumb together with any pressure. It seems to be more painful in the mornings but the swelling is the same all day, [this is the second day.] I am 62 and on no medication. Cheers Loni
Fri, 27 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

As per your history, it may be gout or rheumatoid arthritis. kindly do uric acid, CRP, ESR, RA factor after orthopedic consultation. treatment may be depends upon the underlying conditions. you can take tab, aceclofenac after consultation. continue physiotherapy as advised. take balanced diet and keep yourself hydrated. Take care.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Shyam B. Kale
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What Causes Painfully Swollen Thumb And Index Fingers?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As per your history, it may be gout or rheumatoid arthritis. kindly do uric acid, CRP, ESR, RA factor after orthopedic consultation. treatment may be depends upon the underlying conditions. you can take tab, aceclofenac after consultation. continue physiotherapy as advised. take balanced diet and keep yourself hydrated. Take care. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shyam B. Kale