A patient in his mid-60s with a history of end-stage renal disease (ESRD) presents to the emergency department (ED) with a 4-day history of left ring finger pain and discoloration. The patient denies ...

Finger pain can be caused by acute injuries, overuse injuries, and arthritis. Treatments for finger pain include rest, ice, NSAIDs, and physical therapy. Severe cases of finger injuries may need ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: My son has been experiencing what he thinks is neuropathy in his arms and fingers. He currently feels sharp pain in his fingers. He has a tingling feeling as well. The orthopedic ...

To accurately assess and diagnose this patient’s condition, the clinician needs to consider conditions that would cause finger pain without injury. Infectious conditions would be a consideration but ...