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How long can the distal joint on my finger be swollen for?
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Depends on cause: Unfortunately this joint can stay swollen for a long time....Sometimes life. This depends on the cause - a sprained or jammed finger may stay swollen for a few weeks to months. Some arthritis or broken bones can cause this joint to stay swollen forever.
Answered 2/28/2017
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Many months: Assuming it was an injury, can take many months for swelling to go down from a tendon avulsion or fx. If it is painful should be xray'd to r/o a dislocation.
Answered 4/21/2017
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