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How can an injured finger be treated at home?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Yesterday, while playing football I injured my finger. Now it is swollen and bruised, but it does not hurt. What should I do? Please suggest me an at-home remedy.

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Sugreev Singh

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Dr. Sugreev Singh is an experienced General Surgeon with expertise in Internal Medicine and General Medicine. He is skilled in performing a wide range of surgical procedures and managing complex medical conditions with a holistic approach. Known for his clinical precision and compassionate care, Dr. Singh is dedicated to delivering effective, patient-centered treatment to promote long-term health and recovery.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and understand your concern.

I would suggest you do an X-ray of your hand once to check if there was any injury to the bone and ligament. Because in the picture (attachment removed to protect the patient’s identity) it looks like there is a severe injury. If you can move your finger in every position then it will be fine.

I would suggest you try the following temporary at-home measures for now

  1. Apply an ice pack to it, it will reduce the swelling.

  2. Use a spray of Diclofenac 0.1% twice a day on it.

Can you bend your finger and move it in all directions without any difficulties?

Let me know so I can help accordingly

Thank you.

The Probable causes

Injury.

Investigations to be done

X-ray of the hand.

Differential diagnosis

Fracture.

Probable diagnosis

Swelling in the finger.

Treatment plan

Use spray Diclofenac 0.1% IP twice a day on it.

Preventive measures

Apply ice packs on it twice daily.
Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At September 9, 2023
Reviewed At September 19, 2023

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sugreev Singh is an experienced General Surgeon with expertise in Internal Medicine and General Medicine. He is skilled in performing a wide range of surgical procedures and managing complex medical conditions with a holistic approach. Known for his clinical precision and compassionate care, Dr. Singh is dedicated to delivering effective, patient-centered treatment to promote long-term health and recovery.

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Dr. Sugreev Singh
Dr. Sugreev Singh

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Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sugreev Singh is an experienced General Surgeon with expertise in Internal Medicine and General Medicine. He is skilled in performing a wide range of surgical procedures and managing complex medical conditions with a holistic approach. Known for his clinical precision and compassionate care, Dr. Singh is dedicated to delivering effective, patient-centered treatment to promote long-term health and recovery.

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