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My middle finger, is swollen, from tip to base. swollen to the point, skin is tight, hard to bend. it is not red, or warm. has been this way since tue?

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Dr. Rick Pospisil answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Swollen finger.: The symptoms described are very suggestive of infection. You should be seen by an an md soon.

Answered 11/28/2017

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Swollen finger: Have you had any injury? That it is not warm or red, speaks against infection, but still a possibility. Any other problems such as pain in joints? Fever? I would see a doctor to have an exam, maybe xray and some blood work.

Answered 3/20/2016

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