Quite often, with injuries, tissue damage and inflammation of the joints, a person has swollen fingers. In order for the treatment outcome to be positive, it is necessary to determine the exact cause of this phenomenon, since each individual case requires certain therapeutic measures. When the joints on the fingers swell , a sharp pain appears that prevents the phalanges from functioning normally. What to do in such situations? Let's try to consider the main causes that provoke swelling, and how to eliminate them.
How to remove the tumor yourself?
Swollen fingers are observed not only as a result of infection or injury, but also with uniformly repeated movements, for example, during prolonged use with a computer mouse. In such cases, complete rest and a cold compress with a tight bandage are necessary. You can reduce pain, relieve inflammation and normalize blood circulation by raising the affected finger up. Using ice, it is necessary to remember that it should be applied through a bandage, otherwise you can not only freeze the skin, but also significantly reduce blood flow, which will provoke tissue damage and complicate subsequent rehabilitation.
It is very useful to make baths with warm salted water, in which it is recommended to lower the affected limb twice a day for 20 minutes. If the situation remains the same and the condition does not improve, you must urgently consult a doctor to exclude injury or rupture of the tendon, as well as the development of the infectious process.
Fracture
Quite often, swollen fingers are diagnosed due to traumatic effects. The first signs of a fracture are severe soft tissue swelling, a rapid increase in their temperature, redness, severe pain, subcutaneous hemorrhage and impaired motor activity. Before going to the hospital, it is recommended to build a special tire: it can be a pencil or ballpoint pen, which should be wound to a sore finger. Remember that such a device is superimposed so that it is possible to fix the underlying and overlying joints.
Inflammatory process
If the
joints on the fingers
swell for no apparent reason, and at the same time you cannot perform the usual movements, you need to see a doctor who, based on blood tests and X-rays, will draw the appropriate conclusions about the state of the tissues and the inflammatory processes that occur in them. Allergic reactions, arthritis, arthrosis and much more can provoke edema.
It should be noted that the thumb is different in structure from other fingers, since it has only two phalanges. With the help of the thumb, a person can lift weights and take uncomfortable objects, therefore, with his defeat, it is impossible to perform elementary manipulations. In such cases, a complex treatment is prescribed, based on the use of anti-inflammatory drugs, as well as the use of ointments, creams, wraps, compresses and lotions. If the thumb on the hand is swollen, it is useful to apply honey cakes to it, but if you are allergic to bee products, it is better to refuse such a procedure.
Joint integrity disorder
If the
phalanges of the fingers are swollen as a result of abrasion, a cut, an unsuccessfully treated cuticle, purulent inflammation must be prevented. For this, disinfectants such as streptocidal ointment, hydrogen peroxide and furatsilina solution are used. If the affected tissues get wet, it is better to use streptocide powder and change gauze dressings more often. To eliminate the deep inflammatory process, which does not have obvious external manifestations, it is recommended to use Vishnevsky ointment. Local treatment is often combined with the use of antibacterial drugs, but such medications are prescribed exclusively by a doctor.
Open wounds
A small tumor is a common sign of an open wound, but if this phenomenon lasts for a long enough time, it is a signal that you need to see a doctor. You can prevent infection with soapy water or a disinfectant, as well as with an antibacterial ointment and a sterile dressing. Open injuries of the skin caused by animal bites, rusty objects or deep punctures need immediate medical attention, otherwise their consequences can seriously threaten not only health but also human life.
Other causes of swollen fingers
Probably, many people noticed swollen fingers in their hands after a long walk. What is this talking about? Most often, this phenomenon is not associated with a serious illness and, as a rule, passes after a while. In most cases, swelling of the hands is observed in inactive people who are long without movement. As a result of this lifestyle, the respiratory and cardiovascular systems are disrupted, which leads to the accumulation of blood in the upper limbs. From here the swelling of the fingers appears, which may be accompanied by a slight tingling sensation.
Another reason may be the difference between the temperature of the air and your body. During movement, the body heats up and begins to be released from heat through the release of sweat. At this time, cool air acts on open areas of the hands, blood begins to flow to them, which leads to swelling and swelling. You can alleviate your condition as follows: during a walk, make stops more often, periodically clench and unclench your fists, and also do not forget to raise your hands above your head. If the tumor does not disappear upon returning from a walk, go to the hospital.
Often women notice that they have a swollen middle finger on their hand. The reason for this may be the usual ring, which squeezes the lower phalanx and leads to stagnation of blood. In this case, it is better to abandon such jewelry, which, among other things, can cause allergies. If your fingers regularly swell, do not delay a visit to the doctor, as this symptom may indicate a serious illness that is easier to eliminate at an early stage of development.