• Swollen Finger Pads?

Good day, I just want to ask what's the problem with my fingers pads. They are swollen and there's a mild pain when touched. I drank alcohol last night and after I woke up they are like these. Am I allergic to alcohol? And what is my condition called? TIA.

2 Answers

  • Dermatologist
  • Woodmere, New York

This looks like chilblains or perniosis. See your dermatologist to help confirm and treat.

Suzanne Sirota Rozenberg, DO, FAOCD, FAAD

  • Dermatologist
  • Pottsville, PA

There are many causes of red fingers. Recently, this condition has been associated with Covid infection (even in asymptomatic individuals), so a Covid test might be prudent. 

Steve Schleicher

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