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What Causes Soreness In Index Finger Knuckle Along With Difficulty While Bending?
I got stuck with a large rose thorn in my index knuckle, by that night , even though I pulled it out right away, it became swollen and very hot n red! the first night I had to put an ice pack on it. each day the swelling and redness went down, it has been 7 days now, but my knuckle an finger is still very sore and hurts to bend. any advice on how to proceed?
Fri, 26 Jun 2020
Hi,
If redness and pain with out any injury or repetitive stress then it can be most likely a gout attack. Uric acid level in blood should be checked. Taking NSAIDs like Ibuprofen (Motrin) will be helpful. This is available as over the counter. If not improving consult your GP.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nishad B. N., General & Family Physician
If redness and pain with out any injury or repetitive stress then it can be most likely a gout attack. Uric acid level in blood should be checked. Taking NSAIDs like Ibuprofen (Motrin) will be helpful. This is available as over the counter. If not improving consult your GP.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nishad B. N., General & Family Physician
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