HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Pain On Making A Fist Weeks After Being Bitten By Dog On Hand, Hard Bump On The Outside Of Hand. Will It Subside?

I was bit by my husband s K9 sheriff dog. My hand immediately swelled and ice was put on it. It has taken about 2 weeks for the swelling and bruising to go away, but it still hurts to make a fist or to open bottles with small caps. Plus there is a small hard bump (the size of a penny) on the outside of my hand, between my first and second knuckle; about a half an inch lower than the knuckles. What is the bump and will it ever go away?
Tue, 10 Sep 2013
Report Abuse
General Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello

First of all i hope that your dog was immunized and that you took proper immunization as well against rabies. The pain and bump that you have mentioned may be due to small blood clot formed at the area where the dog's teeth punctured your skin. These will go away in time, you may try soaking your hand in warm water two to three times a day to help it go away quickly.

If there is any redness or if the pain keeps on increasing you need to visit your doctor to rule out infection.

Wishing you a speedy recovery.

Regards
Dr. Gaurav
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Bruise


Loading Online Doctors....
Pain On Making A Fist Weeks After Being Bitten By Dog On Hand, Hard Bump On The Outside Of Hand. Will It Subside?

Hello First of all i hope that your dog was immunized and that you took proper immunization as well against rabies. The pain and bump that you have mentioned may be due to small blood clot formed at the area where the dog s teeth punctured your skin. These will go away in time, you may try soaking your hand in warm water two to three times a day to help it go away quickly. If there is any redness or if the pain keeps on increasing you need to visit your doctor to rule out infection. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Regards Dr. Gaurav