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Can Gout Cause Blue Discolouration And Swelling In A Ring Finger Joint?

After walking my 95 pound dog and straining my hand, my ring finger began to swell and I could not fully extend it or make a fist, Urgent care said it was gout. With gout in the middle joint of my right ring finger, is it normal for blood to pool beneath the skin, causing a blue bruise to now appear in the joint area near the palm of my hand?
Wed, 26 Sep 2018
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Hi,

It could be due to contusion or venous occlusion. Nothing much to worry as it will settle by conservative measures. As a first step you can apply ice packs for symptomatic relief. If symptoms persist you can consult an orthopedician and get evaluated.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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Can Gout Cause Blue Discolouration And Swelling In A Ring Finger Joint?

Hi, It could be due to contusion or venous occlusion. Nothing much to worry as it will settle by conservative measures. As a first step you can apply ice packs for symptomatic relief. If symptoms persist you can consult an orthopedician and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician