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There is pain in the knuckle of index finger with swelling and redness. what should i do?
11 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Painful red joint: In the absence of recent trauma you should be evaluated for several things: acute infection that may need to be addressed with antibiotics (e.g. Following an insect bite), onset of an autoimmune disorder such as rheumatoid arthritis; possibility of gout. A thorough history and physical exam is important; blood tests may need to be ordered along with x ray imaging.
Answered 8/20/2016
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Arthritis or trigger: Either arthritis of trigger digit can make the first knuckle swell the index mcp is also a comon site ofor inflammatory arthritides to affect.
Answered 3/27/2018
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Many possible causes: There are many causes for pain at that location. It is important to undergo evaluation with a specialist with experience evaluating and treating these issues. Infection, inflammatory diseases, and trauma are some of the causes of swelling and redness at this location.
Answered 1/5/2019
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