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Sharp Cut On Ring Finger. Swollen, Sore Finger. Cleaned Cut, Healing. Treatment?
I accidentally punched a glass pane about 10 days ago. It resulted in a sharp cut to my ring finger . I cleaned the cut and the cut has healed. However, the knuckle part of the finger is still swollen and sore. I do type alot at work. Is this just a bruise that time will heal or could it be something more? Thanks!
Wed, 7 Nov 2012
Thanks for posting your query here.
If the knuckle is very swollen and sore, it could be inflammation or local infection.
I would advise for:
1. Trying pain-killer medicines like Paracetamol/Brufen etc
2. If possible, massage with lukewarm water
3. Rest to the local part is equally important (the inflammation may not subside if there is repetitive stress at the local part)
4. Please see your family physician - If there is an infection, you may need some antibiotics.
Regards
Dr Tejas Shah
If the knuckle is very swollen and sore, it could be inflammation or local infection.
I would advise for:
1. Trying pain-killer medicines like Paracetamol/Brufen etc
2. If possible, massage with lukewarm water
3. Rest to the local part is equally important (the inflammation may not subside if there is repetitive stress at the local part)
4. Please see your family physician - If there is an infection, you may need some antibiotics.
Regards
Dr Tejas Shah
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