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If have sharp shooting pain in finger, is it damgerous?

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Dr. Tariq Niazi answered

Depends on the cause: Of it. See your pcp or an orthopod to have it evaluated. Good luck.

Dr Gevirtz agreed

Answered 5/3/2019

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