Miss Tarantula's blog: "About me"

created on 11/13/2007 | http://fubar.com/about-me/b153967

posted on 11/13/2007&nbs-08:00;@&nbs-08:00;03:11&nbs-08:00;am

The reason why I sometimes dont react
http://fubar.com/the-reason-why-i-sometimes-dont-react/b153967-605934

I had a surgical treatment on my finger, but it still isnt over an I have to go to the hospital again on thursday. The pain is sometimes so bad, that I cant type or use my mouse. So Im just hanging around here when that happends. So please dont be angry when I dont react or give a very late reaction. This is what my problem is (also on my right hand and Im right handed): A trigger finger occurs when the motion of the tendon that opens and closes the finger is limited, causing the finger to lock or catch as the finger is extended. The Cause: Tendons that control the movements of the fingers and thumb slide through a snug tunnel of tissue created by a series of pulleys that keeps the tendon in place. The tendon can become irritated as it slips through the tunnel. As it becomes more and more irritated, the tendon may thicken, making its passage through the tunnel more difficult. The tissues that hold the tendon in place may thicken, causing the opening of the tunnel to become smaller. As a result, the tendon becomes momentarily stuck at the mouth of the tunnel as the finger is extended. A pop may be felt as the tendon slips past the tight area. This why pain and catching may be felt as the finger is moved. The cause is not always known. Trigger fingers are more common in women than men. They occur most frequently in people who are between the ages of 40 and 60 years of age. Trigger fingers are more common in people with certain medical problems, such as diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis. The symptoms: Symptoms of trigger finger usually start without any injury. Symptoms may include the presence of a small lump, pain in the palm, swelling, and a catching or popping sensation in the finger or thumb joints. Stiffness and catching tend to be worse after inactivity, such as when you wake in the morning. Often, finger movement will loosen up with activity. Sometimes, when the tendon breaks free, it may feel like the finger joint is dislocating. In severe cases, the finger cannot be straightened, even with help. Sometimes, one or more fingers are be involved.