Which department should I go to for pain and swelling in finger joints?
Pain and swelling in finger joints are related to trauma, rheumatism, degenerative osteoarthropathy of fingers, etc., and can be treated in departments such as Surgery, Rheumatology, and Orthopedics.
Surgery: When finger joints are impacted or compressed by external forces, it may cause damage to local soft tissue, ligaments, tendons, etc. In this case, you can go to the hospital directly for surgery and targeted treatment.
Rheumatology: Rheumatic diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, often cause joint swelling or pain, and some may experience stiffness and numbness. Generally, you can go to Rheumatology or Rheumatology and Immunology Department for treatment.
Orthopedics: Factors such as trauma or inflammation may later induce degenerative osteoarthropathy of fingers, leading to nodules or pain in the distal interphalangeal joints. Some may experience limited movement and joint deformities. In this case, you can go to Orthopedics.
You can also go to the Emergency Department. Due to differences in regions, you can consult the local hospital for specific information.
