What Causes Painful Left Hand And Soreness Around Ring Finger?

Posted on Mon, 24 Aug 2015

Question: My left hand is extremely painful & I can't make a proper fist. I have a very sore area from my ring finger, almost to the thumb pad. Have you any idea as to what this is?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Sudhir Kumar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Injury/ cellulitis

Detailed Answer:

Hi
Thanks for your query

I'm Dr Sudhir Kumar

I have gone through your query and understand your concern.You may have some injury ( twisting etc) while playing. But as you said that it is very painful so it can be cellulitis specially if you have fever and swelling. So it will be better to visit a doctor. But till then you can take analgesic such as ibuprofen for pain relief. Elevation , icing and active finger movements is beneficial . You can further investigate with x Ray. You can discuss with your doctor about it.

Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then I will be happy to help you.

Wishing you a good health.
Take care.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar