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What Causes Severe Pain In The Hand And The Index Finger?
hello - when i over extend my left hand i get a severe pain in the hand where the index finger (the one next to the thumb) extends up past the knuckle joint. it s a searing pain that then dies away. it is only in the few inches between the knuckle joint and the wrist. it is not numb but it is tingly to touch. i have full movement of the finger. pulled and tendon?
Mon, 30 Sep 2019
Hello,
By your history and description, the possibility of internal musculoskeletal injury is more likely.
So better to consult an orthopedic doctor and get done a clinical examination, x-ray, and MRI of the affected area.
You will need a painkiller, anti-inflammatory, and immobilization of hand. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Kaushal Bhavsar, Pulmonologist
By your history and description, the possibility of internal musculoskeletal injury is more likely.
So better to consult an orthopedic doctor and get done a clinical examination, x-ray, and MRI of the affected area.
You will need a painkiller, anti-inflammatory, and immobilization of hand. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Kaushal Bhavsar, Pulmonologist
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