Question 1

good morning i have small glands forming on my right finger it havent affected my writing yet but it itches and sometimes pain.is there perhaps a medication i can purchase to stop the glands from forming?

Accepted Answer

Nodes: If these knob like structures are located on either side of the joint just under the fingernail, these are probably Heberden's nodes which are tiny bony spurs indicative of( wear and tear) osteoarthritis of that joint. These tend to run in families. An anti-inflammatory medication like ibuprofen or naproxen may reduce pain in the affected joint. These nodes may form on other fingers in the future

Question 2

what does it mean when your ring finger itches under the band?

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 3

gunk on my fingers and realized it was from my scalp. it itches horribly. i don't know what to do. is this just dandruff?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Sounds like seborrheic dermatitis...A for ma inflammatory dandruff.
Discuss this with your dermatologist who can give you very effective treatments.

Question 4

i have rashes all over my body and it still itches me even in my palms and fingers.

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Rash: This rash would likely need to be examined and more history obtained  to be able to provide you with useful input about the diagnosis or possible treatment.

Question 5

i have itching under and around my fingers and fingernails.when i scratch any where else it itches there too?

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Urticaria: Check with your doctor or Dermatologist  to see if you have scabies, mites or lice.
 If not you can try out OTC Caladryl lotion four times daily.

Question 6

i hit my finger a month ago and it was swollen in that area. i still have a knot there and it itches. could my finger be broke?

Accepted Answer

Possible: You should see an orthopedic surgeon for an x-ray to determine what is going on. Best of luck!

Question 7

my whole body itches everyday, every moment. it hurt becos i scratch myself with ma fingers and brushes everyday, what may be de cause?

Accepted Answer

Many things: It could be simply dry skin, or environmental things like allergies or exposures. Is there a rash? Do you take medications? Are you otherwise healthy? If this has been going on for a while you should see a doctor to make sure routine blood tests are normal.

Question 8

i had a small callus on my finger that itches badly. the skin has peeled off even though i've been keeping it clean and covered. what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Se details: Have your doctor or  a dermatologist take a look. Your description of severe itching would be unusual for a callus.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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 10

i have a raw rash between my fingers and on my palms. its a slight lumpy rash and itches intensely on occasionally. and also burns. wat is it?

Accepted Answer

Hand rash: It can be eczema or contact allergy, or related to sweating, you need to see a doctor to examine it and give you a proper diagnosis.

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Good morning i have small glands forming on my right finger it havent affected my writing yet but it itches and sometimes pain.is there perhaps a medication i can purchase to stop the glands from forming?

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What does it mean when your ring finger itches under the band?

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Gunk on my fingers and realized it was from my scalp. it itches horribly. i don't know what to do. is this just dandruff?

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I have rashes all over my body and it still itches me even in my palms and fingers.

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I have itching under and around my fingers and fingernails.when i scratch any where else it itches there too?

A member asked:

I hit my finger a month ago and it was swollen in that area. i still have a knot there and it itches. could my finger be broke?

A member asked:

My whole body itches everyday, every moment. it hurt becos i scratch myself with ma fingers and brushes everyday, what may be de cause?

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I had a small callus on my finger that itches badly. the skin has peeled off even though i've been keeping it clean and covered. what can i do?

A member asked:

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

A member asked:

I have a raw rash between my fingers and on my palms. its a slight lumpy rash and itches intensely on occasionally. and also burns. wat is it?

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