Question 1

how do i get rid of swollen toes and fingers?

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What is causing it: Have to find out what is causing the swelling. It could be due to arthritis. If so then arthritis needs to be treated. See your doctor for evaluation.

Question 2

my finger toe is swollen, itchy, and red. what could have cased it and how can i get rid of it?

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Infection: Of some type or allergic reaction. See physician for proper evaluation and diagnosis.

Question 3

my 22mo has red swollen toes and fingers. what can cause this?

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See doc: The  sudden onset of swollen toes and fingers in a toddler, is worrying, please call your doc or take your tot to an UC or ER if you cannot reach your doc.

Question 4

how can i get rid of my blood clot in my finger? i slammed my finger on the door and now it is swollen and purple and it hurts it feels hot too , how can i make it go away?

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See details: Ice and time is the best treatment. Immobilization may also help. If it persists, have it x rayed to rule out a fracture.

Question 5

hi sunday i got stitches on the ring finger because i fell and smashed it open or cut it open it's been hurting since how do i get rid of the pain.? it was swollen but not anymore it still hurts though i'm getting it out tuesday

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It is normal to have: discomfort following sutures in the finger! A DRY cold pack may help (pressure activated packs are available in the pharmacy)  After the sutures are removed soaking in hot water may help you regain strength/motion and reduce your pain!
Hope this is helpful
Dr Z

Question 6

how can you get rid of a swollen finger?

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Depends on cause: If the only problems is swelling: rest, i've compression and elevation are standard remedies. If due to other causes such as a tight ring (remove it) or lymphatic obstruction or trauma, etc, the root cause should be determined and treated first.

Question 7

how do i get rid of my swollen finger from last nights mosquitos?  itches a lot too!

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Try Ice: If you ice the fingers with the mosquito bites, they will be less itchy.  This has been the most helpful "at home" treatment for itchy mosquito bites.

Question 8

swollen finger tips due to alcoholism? is that possible? how do i get rid of it?

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See your doctor: Diminished production of protein by the liver may lead to swelling.
Other causes should be ruled out.

Question 9

i have a sore swollen finger along the side of my nail, how do i get rid of it?

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Drainage antibiotics: This is probably paronychia-a bacterial infection of the nailfold. See your dermatologist for treatment and evaluation.

Question 10

how to get rid of a dry, itchy, swollen, bubbly foot rash?

Accepted Answer

Depends: There can be many causes of what you are describing from a type of eczema to a foot fungus. It is important to determine the diagnosis to formulate a treatment plan.  This i'd best done itch a clinical exam.

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