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Can ibuprofen help reduce inflammation of trigger finger?

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Dr. Ron Jones answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Possible: It might. But if continues, a tiny needle and a little cortisone at the nodule does wonders. See your doc. The nodule is just about where the person in the photo has his left thumb and not at the joint that's locking.

Dr Tuckman and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/9/2013

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Dr. Christopher Khorsandi answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Yes: Ibuprofen can help.

Dr Rosenfeld agreed

Answered 6/25/2014

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A member asked:

Can ibuprofen help reduce inflammation of trigger finger?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ron Jones answered

Dr Tuckman and another doctor agreed

Dr. Christopher Khorsandi answered

Dr Rosenfeld agreed

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