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What Causes Painfully Swollen Index Finger?

The index finger on my left hand has been swollen & warm for several months. When I bend the middle joint of that finger, it sometimes sticks (requiring me to use the other hand to unstick it) and bending that joint is horribly painful. This just began a few months ago.
Thu, 28 Dec 2017
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"As"per your clinical history is concerned please follow like this -

1)Do a clinical examination by your treating Doctor

2)Do check your [Uric acid level and an X-ray] to confirm diagnosis.

3)You can take OTC painkillers like [Ibuprofen]

You can take few lifestyle modifications like this -

1)Keep your fluid intake high. Stay well-hydrated, including plenty of water. Limit sweetened beverages you drink.

2)Try to limit or avoid alcohol particularly [beer]

3)Get your protein from low-fat dairy products. Low-fat dairy products may actually have a protective effect against gout, so these are your best-bet protein sources.

4)Limit your intake of meat, fish and poultry. A small amount may be tolerable.

5)Try to maintain a desirable body weight. Choose portions that allow you to maintain a healthy weight. Losing weight may decrease uric acid levels in your body. But avoid fasting or rapid weight loss.

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What Causes Painfully Swollen Index Finger?

Hello, Thanks for your query on HCM As per your clinical history is concerned please follow like this - 1)Do a clinical examination by your treating Doctor 2)Do check your [Uric acid level and an X-ray] to confirm diagnosis. 3)You can take OTC painkillers like [Ibuprofen] You can take few lifestyle modifications like this - 1)Keep your fluid intake high. Stay well-hydrated, including plenty of water. Limit sweetened beverages you drink. 2)Try to limit or avoid alcohol particularly [beer] 3)Get your protein from low-fat dairy products. Low-fat dairy products may actually have a protective effect against gout, so these are your best-bet protein sources. 4)Limit your intake of meat, fish and poultry. A small amount may be tolerable. 5)Try to maintain a desirable body weight. Choose portions that allow you to maintain a healthy weight. Losing weight may decrease uric acid levels in your body. But avoid fasting or rapid weight loss. Hope that helps