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What Causes Swelling In The Index Finger Knuckle?

The knuckle on my index finger is swollen and hard . It is not warm to the touch . There is some pain but not severe . I have not injured it in any way that I know of . I am a 59 -year-old female with diabetes and other endocrine issues . Thank you for your thoughts on what this might be.
Thu, 12 Jan 2017
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Hi,

The swelling is movable? If it is, it can be a lipoma. If its not, it can be a sebaceous cyst but no need to worry if it doesn't hurt. Get an x ray to see any extra or malgrowth of bone.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Hazan
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What Causes Swelling In The Index Finger Knuckle?

Hi, The swelling is movable? If it is, it can be a lipoma. If its not, it can be a sebaceous cyst but no need to worry if it doesn t hurt. Get an x ray to see any extra or malgrowth of bone. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Hazan