someone presses my daughter's little finger and she is moving her finger but there is a red mark on the palm side of her finger what should I do??

2 Answers

Kavita RaniMom of a 9 m old boy4 months ago

A. please consult your doctor

POOJA KOTHARIExpecting Mom due this month4 months ago

A. If someone pressed your daughter's little finger and now: She can move her finger normally, There is just a red mark on the palm side, And she is not in severe pain or crying continuously, then it's likely a mild soft tissue injury or pressure mark and not something serious. ✅ What you can do at home: Observe her finger movement — if she moves it normally, bones are likely not injured. Apply a cold compress (like an ice pack wrapped in cloth) gently for 10–15 minutes, 2–3 times a day to reduce redness and swelling. Avoid pressing or massaging the area. Keep the hand clean and dry. ⚠️ See a doctor if: Swelling increases Redness turns purple/blue She cries when you touch or move the finger She stops moving the finger The area becomes warm or painful to touch after a few hours It's good that she can move her finger — that’s a positive sign. Just monitor for the next 24–48 hours and seek pediatric advice if anything worsens.

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