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What Causes Sharp Pain In Tip Of Right Index Finger?
Question: Im also curious to know about something presumably that isnt an emergency...
Starting midday yesterday, the tip of my right index finger began having a sharp pain when pressure is applied (such as pressing the thumb to it). No numbness or anything, just a random sharp pain on tip of this finger. Im wondering if this too is a random kink or maybe something like an underlying nerve damage situation, potentially caused by diabetes (which i have not been told i have). Should i see a specialist or can this be related to something like carpal tunnel?
Thank you for your time
Starting midday yesterday, the tip of my right index finger began having a sharp pain when pressure is applied (such as pressing the thumb to it). No numbness or anything, just a random sharp pain on tip of this finger. Im wondering if this too is a random kink or maybe something like an underlying nerve damage situation, potentially caused by diabetes (which i have not been told i have). Should i see a specialist or can this be related to something like carpal tunnel?
Thank you for your time
Brief Answer:
Take treatment as advised
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Localized pain in one finger, without any sensory loss may be related to local soft tissue trauma, joint disorder or Carpal tunnel syndrome.
Unlikely to be diabetes related.
Take pregabalin or amitriptyline with methylcobalamin.
Nerve conduction may be done if symptoms persist or increases.
Visit a neurologist if required.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
Take treatment as advised
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Localized pain in one finger, without any sensory loss may be related to local soft tissue trauma, joint disorder or Carpal tunnel syndrome.
Unlikely to be diabetes related.
Take pregabalin or amitriptyline with methylcobalamin.
Nerve conduction may be done if symptoms persist or increases.
Visit a neurologist if required.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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