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My left pinkie finger suddenly started hurting & swelling. looked as if the veins were protruding and joint. is very painful. left side weakness .?

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Dr. David Tuckman answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Tough one: This could be a sprain possiblely a deposit of calcium. If you are having left sided weakness i would see a neurologist immediately.

Answered 7/5/2013

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Not sure: It's too hard to determine based on the information you provided. Not enough history, and a physical examination as well as tests such as xray's may be needed in order to assist in finding out what is wrong. Good luck and hope you feel better.

Dr Rao and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/31/2016

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A member asked:

My left pinkie finger suddenly started hurting & swelling. looked as if the veins were protruding and joint. is very painful. left side weakness .?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. David Tuckman answered

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Dr Rao and another doctor agreed

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