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I have had a pain in my middle knuckle (r hand) for two months. my mom is a pediatrician and says it's a sprain. should i go to orthopedic?

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Dr. Scott Keith answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Come on now.: Bless your mom, but what is the harm of having a hand specialist check it out. There could be an additive factor causing the joint pain.

Answered 9/4/2017

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A member asked:

I have had a pain in my middle knuckle (r hand) for two months. my mom is a pediatrician and says it's a sprain. should i go to orthopedic?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Scott Keith answered

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