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What Causes Purple Discoloration And Swelling In The Knuckle?

Last night I punched a wall by accident. My knuckle turned purple and has gone a bit swollen. It really hurts when I press it or move my fingers however I can make a fist but in a lot of pain. Also my knuckle creaksand I feel a popping sensation when I move my finger. It s my middle finger on my right hand.
Fri, 22 Mar 2019
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Hi,

Please get the x-ray of knuckle as there may be linear fracture. Till then avoid exertion of the body part. You may take anagesic as Aceclofenic or Ibuprofen.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Varinder Joshi,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Purple Discoloration And Swelling In The Knuckle?

Hi, Please get the x-ray of knuckle as there may be linear fracture. Till then avoid exertion of the body part. You may take anagesic as Aceclofenic or Ibuprofen. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Varinder Joshi, General & Family Physician