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When i press or move my left index finger i get pain in 'dip' joint on the underside though and slightly on sides of finger. no pain on top of finger?
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Your index : Finger may be inflamed. You can try taking Ibuprofen 600-800 mg every 8 hours for two days then as needed. If there was trauma involved , be sure to check for possible fracture and see ortho surgeon.
Answered 8/14/2015
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