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What Does A Painful Bump On The Finger Indicate?

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Posted on Fri, 28 Apr 2017
Question: Hi< i have a painful to the touch red bump on my middle finger. on the side of my finger. Doesnt seem to be getting bigger. i am a little concerned though. What do u think, Doc?
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Answered by Dr. Klarida Papaqako (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,

Thank you for posting your health query on HealthcareMagic.
I read carefully your question and I understand your concern.

Can you please post a photo of it so I can have a closer look at the location?

- If it is in a position where it is friction, it may be a callus.
- It can also be a small cyst
- If it is located in connection to the joint it may be a ganglion cyst, which is the the component liquid of the joint forms a cyst in the side of the joint.

I don't think it is something too concerning because it is painful and red (mostly as a sign of infection). You can simply upload/attach the pictures at the reports section of this web page.

Looking forward to your follow up question.

Regards,
Dr. Papaqako
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What Does A Painful Bump On The Finger Indicate?

Brief Answer: Please upload a photo Detailed Answer: Hello dear, Thank you for posting your health query on HealthcareMagic. I read carefully your question and I understand your concern. Can you please post a photo of it so I can have a closer look at the location? - If it is in a position where it is friction, it may be a callus. - It can also be a small cyst - If it is located in connection to the joint it may be a ganglion cyst, which is the the component liquid of the joint forms a cyst in the side of the joint. I don't think it is something too concerning because it is painful and red (mostly as a sign of infection). You can simply upload/attach the pictures at the reports section of this web page. Looking forward to your follow up question. Regards, Dr. Papaqako