"Why Did My Finger Swell and Turn Purplish-Blue After Playing Basketball? What Should I Do?"
Common causes of finger swelling and bruising after playing basketball, turning them into a bluish-purple color, include overexertion, subcutaneous hematoma, frostbite, allergy, or infection. Different causes require measures such as rest, medication, and physiotherapy.
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When playing basketball, fingers are forcefully gripping the ball for an extended period, causing tissue fluid leakage, leading to swelling and bruising. It is important to rest more, reduce irritation, and generally, natural recovery will occur.
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During basketball, fingers may suffer impact with significant force, causing rupture of small blood vessel walls underneath the skin, forming a subcutaneous hematoma, often accompanied by pain. Cold compresses can be applied within 24 hours, and warm compresses can be used after 24 hours to promote hematoma absorption.
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In cold winter, playing basketball outdoors for a long time may lead to frostbite on the fingers, causing numbness, swelling, pain, and other symptoms. Immediate measures such as warming and massage should be taken to promote blood circulation.
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Fingers may be allergic to the material of the basketball or other substances, triggering allergic reactions with symptoms such as swelling and itchiness. Calamine lotion,丹皮酚软膏 (Paeonol Ointment), and Mometasone Furoate Cream can be applied as prescribed for treatment.
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Finger infections produce a large amount of purulent secretions, inducing these symptoms. Antibiotics such as Erythromycin Roxithromycin Tablets, Erythromycin Enteric-coated Capsules, and Azithromycin Dispersible Tablets can be taken as prescribed for treatment. Additionally, this condition may be caused by fractures. It is recommended to promptly seek medical attention at the orthopedics department of a reputable hospital to prevent worsening of the condition.
