My Knuckle Is Swollen And Hurts- 220 Questions Answered

I punched a wall and now my knuckle is swollen and i see the vain in my hand. it hurts to close and open my hand but it doesn't hurt that bad. is it broken or fracture?

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Dr. Chasanal Rathod Orthopedist | Mumbai

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Pls get a xray done to ascertain if there is a fracture or not ... Read More

I accidentally punched the wall that had a nail. My knuckles got hurt and had swollen immediately after hitting. I have a few cuts because of the nail. But I can see that blood has clotted. But if my hand is idle for sometime it's really painful when I move it afterward. I have tried cold compression. What should I do next ? Is it a fracture? Plz a

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Mr. Sreenivasa Rao (PT) Physiotherapist | Chennai

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Hi... I suggest you kindly get a x- Ray done for your hand and it could a hairline fracture... Rule out the fracture... Then u can start other management... Please DON'T MASSAGE the area untill fractu ... Read More

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I accidentally punched the wall that had a nail. My knuckles got hurt and had swollen immediately after hitting. I have a few cuts because of the nail. But I can see that blood has clotted. I am able grip things. But if my hand is idle for sometime it's really painful when I move it afterward. Plz advice.

Asked for Male, 22 Years 1398 Views v

Dr. Vinu Raj Orthopedist | Bangalore

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Firstly please make sure you wash the wound well and apply antiseptic to the wound. Make sure you also have a Tetanus Toxoid injection. Since the wound came from a nail it is very important to take th ... Read More

My foot recently started hurting really bad. it started a couple days ago, but only got bad yesterday. The thing is, I didn't think anything of it before it got bad. Now where it hurts- the knuckle of my right big toe, is swollen, and hurts to walk on. I am scared it could be dangerous.

Asked for Male, 14 Years 44 Views v

Dr. Nadim Farooqui General Physician | Indore

It can be due to infection. ... Read More

I have an ingrown toe now I took it out but it still hurts and is kind of swollen

Asked for Male, 16 Years 68 Views v

Dr. Sujit Shanshanwal Dermatologist | Mumbai

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Without examination of the nail condition and knowing the extent of involvement.. along with this more information on ongoing medication or history of previous/current skin/systemic illness it is not ... Read More

My baby is 15 months old she has got hurt on her and we saw much time after she got hurt when we found blood on her hand... What is it would be from rusty iron or something is Tetanus injection necessary? Pls let me know what should I doing don't which object she gt hurt

Asked for Female, 25 Years 59 Views v

Dr. Yogita Rathi Pediatrician | Mahasamund

Vaccination of less than 5 year contains DPT vaccine which includes tetanus.if child is vaccinated with that then there is no need ... Read More

I have a pain on my middle knuckle palm side, it's not swollen or red, but hurts to touch and when I clench my fist or stretch my fingers.

Asked for Male, 45 Years 328 Views v

Dr. Vishwas Virmani (PT) Physiotherapist | Noida

Advice... Contrast Bath. Sports Taping. Gentle Stretching ... Read More

While playing basketball i fell down on the court and hurt the knuckles of my right hand. The knuckles are swollen up and it's difficult to form a fist because of the swelling. Also the slightest touch causes a lot of pain. Is it a fracture or just a tissue injury?

Asked for Male, 23 Years 134 Views v

Dr. Nishit Palo Orthopedist | Noida

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Seems it could be fracture. Get x-rays done to rule out fracture. ... Read More

I punched a wall like an idiot and I think my hand may be broke. It's in the knuckle area of my pinky. It does seem to be a little swollen and it does hurt but I can still move it and make a pretty tight fist.

Asked for Male, 28 Years 583 Views v

Dr. Dimple Kapasi (PT) Physiotherapist | Mumbai

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I would suggest you to keep applying ice packs every 4 hours and tie the finger with the adjoining finger to immobilise it. Give it some rest and ice and elevate hand...Try to avoid movements until pa ... Read More

I hit my hand and my knuckle is super swollen red and cut bruised hurts to move

Asked for Female, 20 Years 52 Views v

Dr. K Shanmuganandan General Physician | Chennai

Take rest Show to doctor ... Read More

Since past 1 week my hands and feet are swollen a little. One day after I woke up both of my arms were in immense pain. After that I did warm compression and the pain subsided but still mild pain remained at my wrists, elbows, knuckles. Every morning after waking up I see my palms and back of my hands swollen. When I step out of the bed my feet hu

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Asked for Female, 25 Years 245 Views v

Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

Connect ... Read More

Hi i found that suddenly my middle finger knuckle and the other hand middle finger knuckle has also darkened. And some other finger's knuckle too . CAN it be due to high level of cortisol or b12 deficiency?

Asked for Male, 21 Years 846 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I got the same dark knuckles last year which did not hurt much, it went away on its own on moisturizing I guess. This year, again I got the same darkening but it seems to hurt like there have been cuts while washing my hands.

Asked for Female, 34 Years 146 Views v

Dr. Ch Bikash Dermatologist | Shillong

Your skin is getting dry There is also some component of eczema Avoid direct contact with detergents or sanitisers Use a moisturiser immediately after washing your hands ... Read More

Hi, It's been almost 7-8 days i am seeing some sort of darkness on knuckles of left hand and redness on the knuckles of my right hand. It increases a lot when my hand is dry and cold. I don't know how but one day it just looked like my knuckles have been burnt. I applied moisturizer, coconut oil. It didn't work much so I shifted to maxrich dee

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Asked for Male, 20 Years 55 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

My baby got hurt on her forehead 2 times in the same place and did vomiting and the place is swollen is this a serious thing kindly let me know.

Asked for Female, 2 Years 48 Views v

Dr. Amrit Agarwal Pediatrician | Bareilly

Vomiting after head trauma is not a good sign. Kindly consult ... Read More

Hello I have noticed a slight increase in my knuckles pigmentation. I am currently taking proanagen tablet. I wish to have a B12 vitamin included in my diet. Please suggest me if there is an effective B12 vitamin for regular use.

Asked for Female, 25 Years 79 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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Dark knuckles across all fingers developed in past few months. It is not itching but asthetically not looking good at all. Please resolve

Asked for Female, 26 Years 163 Views v

Dr. Palak Deshmukh Dermatologist | Pune

It could be acanthosis nigricans Or due to b12 deficiency. Kindly consult for better diagnosis and management. ... Read More

My overall skin tone is wheatish but my knuckles are dark and they get even more dark during winters. Is there a possible solution or treatment for that?

Asked for Female, 27 Years 88 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

How can I lighten my knuckles just a shade or two. Mine are genetically darker and if not lighten the knuckles, I'd want the fingers to have an even skin tone. Can you suggest some creams and diet i can take to lighten the overall skin tone a bit

Asked for Female, 24 Years 298 Views v

Dr. Shivanu Mathon Dermatologist | Ludhiana

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consult online ... Read More

I am having small warts on my knuckle for past few months. There is no irritation, pain or itching, but it is not going away on it's own. Nor the size is reducing. I consulted a doctor on practo, but they told that surgery is the only option. I wanted to understand if any cream or medication would work on this.

Asked for Male, 26 Years 140 Views v

Dr. Shivanu Mathon Dermatologist | Ludhiana

consult online ... Read More

Hi Doctor, I have black knuckles for past ( if i remember correctly) 6 months. I see it usually low black but now it so dark . Attached photos . Let me know the cause if possible.

Asked for Male, 34 Years 196 Views v

Dr. Rajesh L Pathi Dermatologist | Bangalore

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Take consultantion and discuss in detail ... Read More

I have dark knuckle on my fingure. I it increasing day by day. Any cream to reduce it. shall I try kojic acid cream?

Asked for Male, 28 Years 117 Views v

Dr. Rajesh L Pathi Dermatologist | Bangalore

Take consultantion and discuss in detail ... Read More

Dear Doc, my plaster is just removed on the 17th but there is stiffness in my knuckles I can't bend my fingers fully when I try to make fist the knuckles joint pain is like hell i have been doing hot water therapy with salt 2-3 times a day while doing therapy finger bend to some degree but not fully after sometime it becomes to same cond. I have bl

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Asked for Male, 27 Years 81 Views v

Dr. Tushar Mahendra Pimpale Orthopedic surgeon | Latur

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Usually post trauma stifness os is common, you need good physiotherapist, for atleast 2 weeks to get by ur movemrnts ... Read More

Can pain in knuckles-usually mild but gets worse during season change-be due to rheumatoid arthritis? This has been happening since 9 months.

Asked for Male, 31 Years 43 Views v

Dr. Wajahat Ahmad Mir Orthopedist | Anantnag

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Yes..could be ... Read More

Can pain and swelling in knuckles-usually mild but becomes worse during season change- be rheumatoid arthritis?

Asked for Male, 31 Years 95 Views v

Dr. Sakshi Mittal Rheumatologist | Delhi

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The pain may be due to rheumatoid arthritis or could be due to many other conditions. Diagnosis will require detailed history, examination and relevant investigations. You should consult a Rheumatolog ... Read More

Hi, I have developed really dark knuckles over the last few years. I don't have any other issues. Don't understand why the dark knuckles and elbows. It is very dark and rough. Please help.

Asked for Female, 29 Years 186 Views v

Dr. Shivani S Talpallikar Cosmetologist | Bidar

Please attach images and book a direct online consultation or leave an inbox message for better evaluation of the amount of pigmentation ans some tests if sought necessary and treatment plan. ... Read More

My mother did some tests and found out that it is aortic knuckle calcification only small portion What should I do where should I take my report and whom to talk to about this and how can it be cured

Asked for Female, 62 Years 582 Views v

Dr. Sivabal V Cardiologist | Thiruvananthapuram

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It's normal in elderly. No worries. ... Read More

Hi Doctor, I have found a dark Patch on my right hand knuckle, it is not there in the left hand knuckle. It is there since a week now. Kindly help Attaching pics for reference. Thanks

Asked for Male, 23 Years 103 Views v

Dr. Shrutanjoy Adak General Physician | Kolkata

consult om practo for detailed discussion. ... Read More

Hi doctor, I have found few dark patches on knuckle. It is there since a week now. Attaching pictures for reference. Is it something serious? Thanks

Asked for Male, 23 Years 87 Views v

Dr. Shivani S Talpallikar Cosmetologist | Bidar

It could be due to vitamin B12 deficiency. Kindly get it checked. ... Read More

I have dark knuckles of hands. The knuckles of feet aren't that much dark. Also knees and elbows too are hyperpigmented. It is since childhood, but no one from my family has this kind of problem. I am not able to figure out what's wrong. No home remedy works.

Asked for Female, 21 Years 149 Views v

Dr. Khushpreet Kaur Mann Dermatologist | Delhi

It's frictional melanosis.. get a direct consultation for proper treatment ... Read More

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I punched a wall and now my knuckle is swollen and i see the vain in my hand. it hurts to close and open my hand but it doesn't hurt that bad. is it broken or fracture?

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My foot recently started hurting really bad. it started a couple days ago, but only got bad yesterday. The thing is, I didn't think anything of it before it got bad. Now where it hurts- the knuckle of my right big toe, is swollen, and hurts to walk on. I am scared it could be dangerous.

I have an ingrown toe now I took it out but it still hurts and is kind of swollen

My baby is 15 months old she has got hurt on her and we saw much time after she got hurt when we found blood on her hand... What is it would be from rusty iron or something is Tetanus injection necessary? Pls let me know what should I doing don't which object she gt hurt

I have a pain on my middle knuckle palm side, it's not swollen or red, but hurts to touch and when I clench my fist or stretch my fingers.

While playing basketball i fell down on the court and hurt the knuckles of my right hand. The knuckles are swollen up and it's difficult to form a fist because of the swelling. Also the slightest touch causes a lot of pain. Is it a fracture or just a tissue injury?

I punched a wall like an idiot and I think my hand may be broke. It's in the knuckle area of my pinky. It does seem to be a little swollen and it does hurt but I can still move it and make a pretty tight fist.

I hit my hand and my knuckle is super swollen red and cut bruised hurts to move

Hi i found that suddenly my middle finger knuckle and the other hand middle finger knuckle has also darkened. And some other finger's knuckle too . CAN it be due to high level of cortisol or b12 deficiency?

I got the same dark knuckles last year which did not hurt much, it went away on its own on moisturizing I guess. This year, again I got the same darkening but it seems to hurt like there have been cuts while washing my hands.

My baby got hurt on her forehead 2 times in the same place and did vomiting and the place is swollen is this a serious thing kindly let me know.

Hello I have noticed a slight increase in my knuckles pigmentation. I am currently taking proanagen tablet. I wish to have a B12 vitamin included in my diet. Please suggest me if there is an effective B12 vitamin for regular use.

Dark knuckles across all fingers developed in past few months. It is not itching but asthetically not looking good at all. Please resolve

My overall skin tone is wheatish but my knuckles are dark and they get even more dark during winters. Is there a possible solution or treatment for that?

How can I lighten my knuckles just a shade or two. Mine are genetically darker and if not lighten the knuckles, I'd want the fingers to have an even skin tone. Can you suggest some creams and diet i can take to lighten the overall skin tone a bit

Hi Doctor, I have black knuckles for past ( if i remember correctly) 6 months. I see it usually low black but now it so dark . Attached photos . Let me know the cause if possible.

I have dark knuckle on my fingure. I it increasing day by day. Any cream to reduce it. shall I try kojic acid cream?

Can pain in knuckles-usually mild but gets worse during season change-be due to rheumatoid arthritis? This has been happening since 9 months.

Can pain and swelling in knuckles-usually mild but becomes worse during season change- be rheumatoid arthritis?

Hi, I have developed really dark knuckles over the last few years. I don't have any other issues. Don't understand why the dark knuckles and elbows. It is very dark and rough. Please help.

My mother did some tests and found out that it is aortic knuckle calcification only small portion What should I do where should I take my report and whom to talk to about this and how can it be cured

Hi Doctor, I have found a dark Patch on my right hand knuckle, it is not there in the left hand knuckle. It is there since a week now. Kindly help Attaching pics for reference. Thanks

Hi doctor, I have found few dark patches on knuckle. It is there since a week now. Attaching pictures for reference. Is it something serious? Thanks

I have dark knuckles of hands. The knuckles of feet aren't that much dark. Also knees and elbows too are hyperpigmented. It is since childhood, but no one from my family has this kind of problem. I am not able to figure out what's wrong. No home remedy works.

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