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Swollen Knuckles, Stiff In Movement. Had Punched Wall 2 Years Back. Suggestions?
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I am 16 years of age with swollen knuckles, it first occurred about 2 years ago when I punched a wall for some stupid reason. It's been swollen since creating a mountain like swelling, I went to the doctors and they claimed there was no fracture and that the swelling would eventually fade, but 2 years on its still swollen.. I have no pain and all fingers are fine, it's just abit stiff to move my fingers. It's mainly index finger/knuckle and when knuckle is knocked or in cold condition it turns purple/blue ish and is even more stiff to move finger, any help would be great.
I am 16 years of age with swollen knuckles, it first occurred about 2 years ago when I punched a wall for some stupid reason. It's been swollen since creating a mountain like swelling, I went to the doctors and they claimed there was no fracture and that the swelling would eventually fade, but 2 years on its still swollen.. I have no pain and all fingers are fine, it's just abit stiff to move my fingers. It's mainly index finger/knuckle and when knuckle is knocked or in cold condition it turns purple/blue ish and is even more stiff to move finger, any help would be great.
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Hi,
Thanks for posting your query
Swollen knuckle could be due thickened synovium or bursal tissue. As this swelling persists from 2 years, it might need biopsy or MRI to reach the diagnosis. I suggest you to get it evaluated by orthopaedic for accurate diagnosis and management.
Hope this helps you.
You can consult me again directly through my profile http://www.healthcaremagic. com/doctors/dr-saurabh-gupta/64132
Regards
Dr Saurabh Gupta
Thanks for posting your query
Swollen knuckle could be due thickened synovium or bursal tissue. As this swelling persists from 2 years, it might need biopsy or MRI to reach the diagnosis. I suggest you to get it evaluated by orthopaedic for accurate diagnosis and management.
Hope this helps you.
You can consult me again directly through my profile http://www.healthcaremagic. com/doctors/dr-saurabh-gupta/64132
Regards
Dr Saurabh Gupta
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