This woman complained of a nodule on her finger (Figure) that had been present for 5 weeks. She requested removal. After lidocaine anesthesia, the top of the papule was removed via shave technique, ...

Digital mucous cysts (synovial cysts or myxoid pseudocysts) are found most commonly on the terminal digits of the fingers. [1,2] Rarely, they develop on the toes. They typically present as noninflamed ...

Finger joint pain can affect a person’s everyday activities and may have several causes. It is common for swelling and stiffness to accompany finger joint pain. Some people experience finger joint ...

Remember that your finger joints can get hurt if used too much or due to arthritis. If your finger joints hurt or you can't move them, see a healthcare provider to prevent more damage. You can help ...

A finger tumor is a mass or lump that forms on a finger. Doctors may also describe these growths as nodules or cysts. Possible causes include ganglion cysts, warts, skin cancer, and more. Although ...

Medically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MDMedically reviewed by Scott Zashin, MD Swollen finger joints are frequently the result of inflammation caused by an infection, injury, or disease. The swelling ...