Cut side of finger on top knckle 1wk ago. itchy & raised like liquid is under it. can't bend finger fully. tiny amnt clear dischrge, no pain. normal?

Finger wound: Any injury which results in continued discharge should be seen by dermatologist. If you have not seen a dermatologist to diagnose this problem, you definitely should.

Abnormal: Probably entered joint space and leaking synovial fluid.

No: Limitation of motion suggests swelling and inflammation. This could be caused by infection. Two good choices for care would be your primary care physician or a physician at a wound center. I think the finger should be radiographed and a specimen of the fluid cultured, also i would suggest a basic blood test including blood count and blood chemistry.

See a specialist: It appears that you may have developed an infection in this area that needs to be treated appropriately. Based on the depth of the initial laceration, this infection may track deep. Best is to see a hand surgeon. You primary are doctor can make the appropriate referral or you can go to the local er.

Infection in a cut: Over a joint can be serious. Liquid can be from bacteria or a raction ot a foreign body or can be joint fluid or may just be normal "ooze" from a wound that is open. So its not normal as it is cut and oozing. Sounds like it would help to get it looked at to make sure its not something that needs further attention. Clean bandaids, clean skin and a splint can help but get seen too.