Question 1

how many stages of fingers clubbing are they and what are they?

Accepted Answer

Finger Clubbing: Three: finger clubbing occurs in stages. First the base of the nail (nail bed) becomes soft and the skin next to the nail bed becomes shiny. The nails then curve more than normal when looked at from the side and this is called scarmouth's sign. The ends of the fingers may then get larger and are called drumstick fingers.

Question 2

fingers are clubbing but spo2 level is normal and i also have no other symptoms. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

: Finger clubbing may be due to different conditions other than hypoxemia (low blood oxygen). You should see a doctor for a thorough evaluation, especially you are a smoker or ex-smoker. Good luck.

Question 3

i have clubbing fingers, numbness , restless legs, hemoptysis, weakness, bone pain, wrinkled fingertips.what disease can cause these symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Likely lung disease: With the symptoms especially and clubbed fingers, I am guessing possible pulmonary ie lung disease. Please seek a physician for comprehensive check up.

Question 4

what causes clubbing of the fingers?

Accepted Answer

Chronic lack of O2: A chronic lack of oxygen is a common cause of clubbing.

Question 5

how can i tell if i have finger clubbing?

Accepted Answer

See doctor: This is a physical finding on exam in which the fingers appear rounded like "clubs" however it is difficult to describe and takes experience to correctly recognize. If you think something looks wrong, best to ask your doctor about it.

Question 6

what is clubbing finger and what are effects ?

Accepted Answer

FInger clubbing: Clubbing of fingers generally relates to problems with lungs and breathing.  Please see your physician about your own situation.

Question 7

my finger have clubbing since 6 years. can someone tell me how to treat it .

Accepted Answer

Clubbing: Clubbing is not a disease, but is usually a sign of some underlying condition, particularly lung or heart disease. If you had TB at a young age, it may have influenced the bony development of your fingertips. Clubbing can also be hereditary or familial. Hereditary digital clubbing may be associated with skin changes, coarsening of the facial features, and excess sweat and sebum production.

Question 8

what causes single finger or toe clubbing?

Accepted Answer

Circulatory affect: Could be genetic or a sign of underlying cardiovascular disease but usually causes multiple finger deformities. Lone clubbing possibly due to injury to vascular supply locally in that area/ digit.

Question 9

i want treatment of finger clubbing , please suggest me .

Accepted Answer

Fingers Clubbing: You may not be able to improve this. But, stopping smoking has got to be the first and most important answer.

Question 10

is schamroth window test an accurate way to check for finger clubbing?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Visual inspection of same fingers on each hand placed nail to nail for obliteration of diamond-shaped window is fairly sensitive. Normal nail angle is 165 degrees or less (see diagram) I examine the nails from the side carefully. Usually, it's very obvious. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

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How many stages of fingers clubbing are they and what are they?

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Fingers are clubbing but spo2 level is normal and i also have no other symptoms. should i be concerned?

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I have clubbing fingers, numbness , restless legs, hemoptysis, weakness, bone pain, wrinkled fingertips.what disease can cause these symptoms?

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What causes clubbing of the fingers?

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How can i tell if i have finger clubbing?

A member asked:

What is clubbing finger and what are effects ?

A member asked:

My finger have clubbing since 6 years. can someone tell me how to treat it .

A member asked:

What causes single finger or toe clubbing?

A member asked:

I want treatment of finger clubbing , please suggest me .

A member asked:

Is schamroth window test an accurate way to check for finger clubbing?

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