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My finger joint is swollen and isn't going down, what should i do?
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Get evaluated: You should see your doctor to get evaluated for a correct diagnosis and treatment options.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Many possibilities: This depends on the joint, the type of swelling boney hard vs soft tissue. We would need to evaluate the contents of the joint fluid to help clarify why there is swelling. X-ray, ultrasound and MRI can help.
Answered 6/10/2014
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