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What Causes A Callus On The Finger?
I had a laceration to my hand just below my left index finger that required 8 stitches and was 1/4 - 1/2 inch deep. The right side of my finger (from the laceration to the tip) feels like it is asleep so I figure there is some kind of nerve damage there. My finger is also starting to form a callus along the length of it, where it is numb. What could be causing the callus and how urgent is it to see a Dr. The injury and numbness occurred about 9 days ago. The callus formation seems recent. But it could be I m just noticing it
Thu, 24 Jan 2019
Hello,
It could be a hypertrophic scar or keloid.
Consult a dermatologist and get evaluated.
You can opt for intralesional steroid injection for best results.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
It could be a hypertrophic scar or keloid.
Consult a dermatologist and get evaluated.
You can opt for intralesional steroid injection for best results.
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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