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What Causes Swelling Of Painful Fingers?
Question: Hi I have a friend who has swelling of his fingers ..not all fingers.. accompanied by pain that last up to a week . He wont see a Dr. , what could this be ?...
This could be an inflammatory arthritis such as rheumatoid arthritis
What can he do that is over the counter ... That can help this problem ... Or things to avoid ... Food , drink ....etc.
This could be an inflammatory arthritis such as rheumatoid arthritis
What can he do that is over the counter ... That can help this problem ... Or things to avoid ... Food , drink ....etc.
Brief Answer:
Antiinflammatory medication
Detailed Answer:
hi,
thanks for your follow up question.
he can take an antiinflammatory medication suck as naproxen 500mg twice a day. this is available over the counter.
he should have some blood work done and X-rays of his hands.
best wishes
Antiinflammatory medication
Detailed Answer:
hi,
thanks for your follow up question.
he can take an antiinflammatory medication suck as naproxen 500mg twice a day. this is available over the counter.
he should have some blood work done and X-rays of his hands.
best wishes
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