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My 5th digit on one hand constantly swells and is painful just to touch. it also feels itchy and a burning sensation. there is no infection. i do have raynauds and mctd, but this something new. what could be causing this?

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Dr. Richard Romano answered

5th digit swelling : Finger swelling can be from injury, inflammatory arthritis. The burning and itchy raised a thought about ulnar neuropathy or regional pain syndrome

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 2/19/2021

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A member asked:

My 5th digit on one hand constantly swells and is painful just to touch. it also feels itchy and a burning sensation. there is no infection. i do have raynauds and mctd, but this something new. what could be causing this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Romano answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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