Question 1

why do my hands look completly different from one another ? the length of my fingers are not the same length and completly different nail beds.

Accepted Answer

Vascular issue?: A very noticable difference can be due to decrease blood flow to one of your arms. You will need to see you doctor for further evaluation.

Question 2

my friend was cleaning her teeth with her finger nails and she gave me one cigarette with the same hand.,could i spread hcv or hiv in this way?thank

Accepted Answer

No risk: There is no risk here for HIV or Hepatitis.

Question 3

why does one finger on each hand get really hot while the other fingers are really cold? the finger that heats up isn't always the same one either

Accepted Answer

Too hot or too cold?: Your symptoms beg the question:  Which is abnormal, the cold or hot fingers?  My guess, it is the cold ones that are abnormal causing the the others to seem warm.

Do you smoke?  If so, your symptoms may represent Thromboangiitis Obliterans (Buerger's disease).

This could represent a condition known as Raynaud's phenomenon which can accompany connective tissue disorders or autoimmune conditions.

Question 4

i have unique neurological problem, if i move my one hand fingers, automatically other hand fingers moves. it is by birth.
i have consulted many doctors but they say it will go as i grow but i am 16, now from birth they are saying the same.....????

Accepted Answer

CMMD: Congenital mirror movement disorder is a condition in which intentional movements of one side of the body are mirrored by involuntary movements of the other side. This pattern of movements is present from infancy or early childhood and usually persists throughout life, without other associated signs and symptoms. Non congenital mirror movement disorder usually resolves by age 7.

Question 5

my problem is pain in my wrist did not hit it or anything it is real tender when touched the pain goes to my finger the one next to my thumb and now i'm starting to feel the same thing in my right hand?

Accepted Answer

: More info would be needed such as your sports activities, use of computer keyboard, repetitive movements, etc to provide you with some guidance. Have your physician examine you, but you may be suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome.

Question 6

left arm aching for two months. pain in different areas (fingers, hand, palm, forearm and elbow). doesnt occur in more than one area simultaneously. mild. comes and goes. fingers include index, thumb, ring. not left-handed. possible causes? tests?

Accepted Answer

: May be nerve entrapment/ impingement (being compressed) at neck level or thoracic outlet  ( near collarbone)  or may be due to vascular compression at neck/ collarbone bone or chest lesion. May also be due to condition like  autoimmune disease , vitamin deficiency ( B12) , or multiple sclerosis . Would follow up with  MD for complete evaluation including  Chest x-ray , possible MRIs. blood work.

Question 7

my bf was using a mechanical hole digger. after using for several hours he discovered that his fingers on one hand was numb, decreased sensation, and feels like a bruise on palm of hand below thumb. it has now been a week and is still the same. he has bee

Accepted Answer

Median nerve palsy: Numbness of the thumb region can be caused by pressure and swelling that affects the median nerve at the wrist of base of the thumb.  This usually causes numbness in the palm of the hand mostly thumb and forefinger.  Similar symptoms develop with carpal tunnel syndrome.  Immobilizing, rest, and anti-inflammatory medications will help.

Question 8

only one of my fingers are cold, my pinky.its not discolored, my nail is the same color as the others but it is cold.i do have a pinched nerve, related?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Dysregulation of temperature can occur with neuropathy.

Question 9

index finger has had a swole/itchy/painful nail bed for +/-6mo. 2mo ago doc gave me bactrium rx,but hasnt cleared up,now my pinky is the same way.help?

Accepted Answer

Painful nail beds: You may have the early onset of psoriasis/arthritis. See a dermatologist for a definitive diagnosis

Question 10

ive had itchy fingers the very tips and under my nails on just one hand its been driving me insane last couple weeks, no rash or anything?

Accepted Answer

Allergic Reaction: Most probably it is an allergic reaction to either any nail products or you did did with your bare hands. Take bennadryl, if does not work go to a physician, may need to get oral steroids.

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Why do my hands look completly different from one another the length of my fingers are not the same length and completly different nail beds

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Why do my hands look completly different from one another ? the length of my fingers are not the same length and completly different nail beds.

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My friend was cleaning her teeth with her finger nails and she gave me one cigarette with the same hand.,could i spread hcv or hiv in this way?thank

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Why does one finger on each hand get really hot while the other fingers are really cold? the finger that heats up isn't always the same one either

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I have unique neurological problem, if i move my one hand fingers, automatically other hand fingers moves. it is by birth. i have consulted many doctors but they say it will go as i grow but i am 16, now from birth they are saying the same.....????

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My problem is pain in my wrist did not hit it or anything it is real tender when touched the pain goes to my finger the one next to my thumb and now i'm starting to feel the same thing in my right hand?

A member asked:

Left arm aching for two months. pain in different areas (fingers, hand, palm, forearm and elbow). doesnt occur in more than one area simultaneously. mild. comes and goes. fingers include index, thumb, ring. not left-handed. possible causes? tests?

A member asked:

My bf was using a mechanical hole digger. after using for several hours he discovered that his fingers on one hand was numb, decreased sensation, and feels like a bruise on palm of hand below thumb. it has now been a week and is still the same. he has bee

A member asked:

Only one of my fingers are cold, my pinky.its not discolored, my nail is the same color as the others but it is cold.i do have a pinched nerve, related?

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Index finger has had a swole/itchy/painful nail bed for +/-6mo. 2mo ago doc gave me bactrium rx,but hasnt cleared up,now my pinky is the same way.help?

A member asked:

Ive had itchy fingers the very tips and under my nails on just one hand its been driving me insane last couple weeks, no rash or anything?

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