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Pain in my right hand fingers
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For the past two weeks, I’ve been experiencing pain in the fingers of my right hand. The pain is worse in the morning when I wake up, especially when I try to bend my fingers. As the day progresses, the pain becomes milder. Sometimes, I also find it difficult to lift heavy objects.
I consulted a general physician who prescribed vitamin and calcium tablets. I have completed the course, but the pain is still there.
Could you please suggest which specialist I should consult next?
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Sounds like ‘Inflammatory Arthritis’
Do the following,
1. Paracetamol and Ibuprofen daily at bed time
2. Blood tests: CBP, ESR, HbA1C, TSH, KFT, LFT, ASO titres, Uric acid, Rheumatoid factor, anti-ccp, ANA, anti-ds DNA, C3, C4, Calcium, Hepatitis B/C and HIV
3. X-ray hands (to look for erosions) and Ultrasound finger (to look for synovitis)
4. Urine microscopy
5. Rheumatologist
All the best.
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RA TEST ADVISABLE.
CONSULT SUPERSPECIALIST LIKE ORTHOPEDIC.
EXERCISE OF FINGER WITH A PING PONG BALL, SQEEZ IT N RELAX.
TAB ETEROCOXIB THYOCHOLCHICIDE TWO TIMES AFTER FOOD FOR 7 DAYS.
DIP HAND IN HOT TO WARM WATER.
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Could be Rheumatoid arthritis.
Take tab zerodol sp one every 8hours for 4 days.
Tab omnacortil 20mg one daily for 5 days
Get cbp with esr, x ray fingers and blood for Rheumatoid factor tested and share results.
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For a 10-year-old child (30 kg), O2 suspension (ofloxacin + ornidazole) is not routinely recommended for simple loose motions.
Most loose motions in children are viral and need:
• ORS (very important)
• Zinc syrup for 14 days
• Light diet
Antibiotic is needed only if:
• Blood in stool
• High fever
• Severe abdominal pain
• Suspected bacterial infection
Dose depends on exact strength of suspension, so it should not be given without doctor evaluation.
If loose motions started just yesterday and child is active, focus on ORS first.
Based on your symptoms, this may require proper clinical assessment and prescription. You may book an online consultation with me for detailed evaluation and personalised treatment plan.
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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Morning finger pain that:
• Is worse on waking
• Improves as the day progresses
• Causes stiffness while bending
• Affects grip strength
This pattern suggests inflammatory joint pain, not simple vitamin deficiency.
Possible causes:
Next Steps
You should consult a:
Health Tips
✔ Note duration of morning stiffness (minutes or >30 mins?)
✔ Check if there is swelling in finger joints
✔ Avoid heavy strain on hand
✔ Gentle hand exercises
✔ Apply warm compress in morning
At 28, persistent morning joint pain should not be dismissed as “just weakness.” Early specialist evaluation can prevent long-term joint damage.
If you’d like, tell me:
• How long morning stiffness lasts
• Whether both hands are involved
• Any family history of arthritis
I can help you assess the probability more precisely. Booking an online consultation would allow structured evaluation and help you approach the right specialist with clarity and proper test planning.
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Dr. Kamal Kumar
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rewari
Dear Patient,
Your symptoms — morning stiffness in finger joints, pain decreasing through the day, difficulty lifting objects — suggest a possible joint or musculoskeletal issue, such as early arthritis or tendon inflammation.
Since vitamins and calcium didn’t help, the next specialist to consult is:
Rheumatologist or Orthopedic doctor (specializing in hand joints).
They can evaluate:
• Joint swelling or deformity
• Blood tests for inflammation (CRP, ESR, rheumatoid factor)
• X-rays or ultrasound of fingers
Early evaluation helps prevent progression and manage pain effectively.
For detailed assessment and personalized plan, kindly text me over Practo.
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Dinesh Mehta
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Jaipur
You need to consult with orthopedic doctor locally in your area.
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