In this article, we will discuss the Finger pain and the diagnostic tests. We will also address some common questions related to the Finger.
What is Finger Pain?
Finger pain is the discomfort or abnormality in or around the Finger that makes it difficult for a person to work or use the hand properly. Finger pain also makes it difficult for a person to do day-to-day work and makes common daily tasks difficult. Sometimes the pain can be very intense and can even make it very hard to walk. Ignoring the Finger pain makes it worse, and it needs more time for recovery. Finger pain conditions can be treated with medications, exercise or rest and can be treated by surgery in serious conditions.
What are the Possible Causes Of Finger Pain?
Finger pain is irritating and makes it difficult to do daily tasks. The person also is not able to use the hand properly. There are various causes of Finger pain and these causes include:
Injuries and Accidents
Injuries and accidents are also causes of Finger pain. If a person has any injury due to a fall or any other reason can also lead to Finger pain. A person having an accident leading to sprain, dislocation or bone breaking leads to Finger pain. There are various treatments for the condition from medication and exercise to surgery for the Finger pain conditions depending on the severity of the condition. The finger injuries can also be due to some sports activity or playing some adventurous games.
Arthritis
Arthritis is one of the causes of Finger pain. The Finger is more susceptible to the condition because it is more used and can lead to the conditions easily. The cartilage and tendons of the finger get rigid, or the deposition of crystals if the finger joints makes it very hard to move and give a painful sensation. The condition worsens in cold due to low temperatures and fingers are usually directly exposed to the cold which makes the condition worse.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is the condition of nerve compression, that leads to the compression of the median nerve at the carpal tunnel of the wrist. The condition is an idiopathic syndrome and there are various medical and environmental conditions related to the condition of carpal tunnel syndrome.
Trigger Finger
This condition is related to the finger and is known by other names like stenosing tenosynovitis. This disorder can be characterized by a distinct lock, in this condition locking of the finger happens near flexion typically by force. This condition leads to tenderness in the palm of the hand with the skin crease. This disorder usually affects the ring finger and thumb most commonly in the person.
Diabetes
This condition occurs due to high sugar levels in the blood. The sugar in the blood gets deposited at the tips of the body and reduces the nerve condition. The finger lies on the tips of the body so is more susceptible to the condition. The nerve does not feel the sensation and the function or responsiveness reduces due to low nerve conduction. This is also one of the causes of nerve pain and can get worse with time.
Other conditions leading to Finger pain include:
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Nerve damage
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Ingrown Fingernail
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Sesamoiditis
- nail infections
- rheumatoid arthritis
Which Tests Are Used To Detect Finger Pain?
There are various types of tests used to diagnose Finger pain. These tests include:
- MRI Finger (Book Now)
- CT Finger (Book Now)
- X-ray of the Finger (Book Now)
- Physical Examinations (Book Now)
Why choose Ganesh Diagnostic for a Finger pain test?
Ganesh Diagnostic is one of the most respected and prestigious Diagnostic centres that provides Finger tests. The radiological tests of Fingers are backed by NABH accreditations. The centre provides free blood sample collection and pathological tests from home at affordable rates for conditions other than Finger abnormalities.
Conclusion
Finger pain is the discomfort or abnormality in or around the Finger that makes it difficult for a person to do daily tasks. Sometimes the pain can be very intense and can even make the person move their hand. There are various conditions responsible for Finger pain like arthritis, fracture, diabetes, trigger finger, Injuries etc. There are various tests like MRI, CT, Ultrasound, X-ray etc. for the detection of Finger pain conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Finger Pain?
Finger pain is the discomfort or abnormality in or around the Finger that makes it difficult for a person to do daily tasks.
What are the Various symptoms related to the Finger abnormality?
Various symptoms related to Finger pain include swelling, itching, numbness, and not being move the hand properly.
What are the Causes of the Finger Pain?
Various causes related to Finger pain include like arthritis, fractures, trigger finger, diabetes, Injuries etc.
Which tests are used for Finger Pain Diagnosis?
Various tests, including CT, MRI, ultrasound, and physical examination, are used to diagnose Finger pain.
Where are Finger Pain Tests done in Delhi?
Finger pain tests are done at Ganesh Diagnostic Centre with heavy discounts and quality results.
What is the ICD-10 code for Finger Pain Unspecified?
The ICD-10 code for unspecified Finger pain is M79.646.
How can Patients download Finger Pain Test Reports Online?
Patients can visit Ganesh's diagnostic website or call at 011-47-444-444 / 011-47-333-333 to download the Finger pain test report online.
Which Ganesh Diagnostic Centre is near me in Delhi for the Finger Pain Tests?
Ganesh Diagnostic centres for Finger pain tests are at Rohini, Nangloi, Model Town, Hari Nagar, Mangol Puri and Yamuna Vihar.
