A 25-year-old female asked:
what could be the cause of knuckle pain in the index finger without redness or swelling. i have bulging disk that i am being treated for...
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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered
52 years experience Rheumatology
See details: Arthritis or tendinitis are most likely. It is not related to the neck issue.
Answered on Jul 10, 2015
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