Question 1

i have pain in my left hand, ring finger knuckle. i'm sure that some of it is related to playing guitar. suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Pain ring finger: hello ~ yes I suppose if you use a plektrum and balance your hand on the guitar with the ring finger, that could do it. But look carefully at everything to do to see where the overuse is. Piano, other musical instruments, holding a trumpet, gardening, computer work etc. It will get better. ONE thing you MUST NOT DO, is IMMOBILISE it or strap it because that causes fingers to go stiff very quickly.

Question 2

pain in left hand middle and ring finger joints in morning?

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Arthritis could: Be playing a part especially if you have had an injury in the past.  Outside of that it could very well be a trigger finger if it is an isolated finger.  Typically it will feel stiff in the morning and may lock-up.  You can try extension exercises.  Icing.  It may require an injection to help it.  If it is not getting better seek the advice of a hand doc or orthopaedic surgeon.

Question 3

pain on left hand ring finger and middle. shooting pain feels like when i try to crack knuckles but they are already cracked!?

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Unsure what the Ques: tion is?
Any injury or tingling or numbness??
Seeing your PCP will be helpful and probably XRs. He/She can then refer you onwards to the respective specialist as indicated.
Good Luck and Happy Holidays.

Question 4

what does it mean when my husband's left hand ring finger starts to itch so that he has to take it off?

Accepted Answer

Sounds: Suspicious, because gold allergies are rare, but nickel is a common cause of allergies. Maybe there can be contaminants trapped, so soak it in a ring cleaner, and have him wash carefully. Look for redness. Allergy, infection and 7 year itch all possibilities.

Question 5

left hand ring finger. a lot of numbness & tension. no pain. but feeling tension @ the knuckle. should i be worried?

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Joint or tendon?: This  may be tendon rather than joint. Can't say for sure  why you are experiencing numbness. Ask you physician to evaluate  your symptoms. You may need to see a rheumatologist or hand orthopedic  surgeon to clarify this.

Question 6

left hand. ring finger will not straighten out, now swelling but have pain and it feels like it's asleep. this feeling is in back of hand to wrist.

Accepted Answer

Swollen finger: Not sure how it happened or why just that finger. 
Could be some type of repetitive motion issue.
Please seek out your personal physician for an evaluation. Could include xrays, nsaids, referral to physical therapy.

Question 7

when i extend my left hand my ring finger tremors & sometimes the  pointer. only when i extend and stretch fingers out and one hand.. parkinsons?

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Tremors: can be the result of many different things and Parkinson's low down on the list.  You MAY have a pinched nerve or even essential tremors.  This means that sometimes people tremor and the cause is not known.  Your doctor will sort it out for you. Please see him/her.  Peace and good health.

Question 8

i've been suffering from very painful joint and knuckle on the left hand, ring finger for about three weeks. i am unable to even open or close my hand?

Accepted Answer

This  requires: an in person evaluation, diagnosis and specific treatment . You are describing a NUMBER of POSSIBLE arthritic disorders including BUT NOT LIMITED TO Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and REPETITIVE STRAIN/SPRAIN  disorderts of the hands!
WARM SOAKS using rubber balls and SQUEEZING gently may give you some symptomatic relief....
until you can have proper testing &amp;diagnosis

Question 9

fell off 2steps on christmas since then pain and weak muscle on left foot,left hand ring finger and pinky i can't even open pk of chips or hold s ketel and pain on left side of neck

Accepted Answer

Complex: Full extent of your complex complaints NEEDS thorough investigation, as there could be extensive nerve injury.  See a neurologist and obtain diagnosis, and appropriate therapeutic program.

Question 10

why is the ring finger of my left hand hurting?

Accepted Answer

See details: There are several possible causes including tendinitis, arthritis or post-traumatic issues. Have you seen an orthopedist, rheumatologist or hand surgeon? Have the issue evaluated.

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I have pain in my left hand, ring finger knuckle. i'm sure that some of it is related to playing guitar. suggestions?

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Pain in left hand middle and ring finger joints in morning?

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Pain on left hand ring finger and middle. shooting pain feels like when i try to crack knuckles but they are already cracked!?

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What does it mean when my husband's left hand ring finger starts to itch so that he has to take it off?

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Left hand ring finger. a lot of numbness & tension. no pain. but feeling tension @ the knuckle. should i be worried?

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Left hand. ring finger will not straighten out, now swelling but have pain and it feels like it's asleep. this feeling is in back of hand to wrist.

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When i extend my left hand my ring finger tremors & sometimes the pointer. only when i extend and stretch fingers out and one hand.. parkinsons?

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I've been suffering from very painful joint and knuckle on the left hand, ring finger for about three weeks. i am unable to even open or close my hand?

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Fell off 2steps on christmas since then pain and weak muscle on left foot,left hand ring finger and pinky i can't even open pk of chips or hold s ketel and pain on left side of neck

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Why is the ring finger of my left hand hurting?

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