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Suggest Treatment For Swelling And Throbbing Sensation On Fingers

I brushed my left finger along the pointed end of a cactus approximately 4 days ago. Immediately, I felt pain and discomfort. Now, the finger is slightly swollen, the joint is swollen and the skin is sensitive to touch. When my finger is in the dependent position I can feel a throbbing sensation. I also feel a slight headache and body ache. What are your recommendations???? It does hurt to type this question!
Mon, 9 Oct 2017
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Hi.
As per your case history you are having swelling and pain on finger, my treatment advice is -
1. Don't scratch the lesion as it may worsen the condition.
2. Apply a mild antibiotic cream like fusiderm cream twice daily.
3. Take a NSAID like ibuprofen for pain and swelling for 5-7 days.
4. Other treatment options are oral antibiotics like levofloxacin, cefadroxil and azithromycin taken only after consulting a dermatologist.

Thanks.
Dr. Harshit bhachech.
MBBS, DDVL.
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Suggest Treatment For Swelling And Throbbing Sensation On Fingers

Hi. As per your case history you are having swelling and pain on finger, my treatment advice is - 1. Don t scratch the lesion as it may worsen the condition. 2. Apply a mild antibiotic cream like fusiderm cream twice daily. 3. Take a NSAID like ibuprofen for pain and swelling for 5-7 days. 4. Other treatment options are oral antibiotics like levofloxacin, cefadroxil and azithromycin taken only after consulting a dermatologist. Thanks. Dr. Harshit bhachech. MBBS, DDVL.