If I have a pain on my left ring finger, what causes it and what exactly could it be?
407890
are you wearing a ring that is cutting off your circulation?  That would be my first guess.
125832
Left hand, ring finger =-)
834275
give it a rest for a while.  by tugging on it, you have caused your finger to swell, and made it tighter.\n\nif it still doesn't work after the swelling has gone down (with more soap or oil), you might have to get the ring cut off.
415587
See a Doctor it could be something serious.
1043160
it's called a nerve reflex it could mean your stressed or tired or nervous, sometimes its just a pulse sensation it's not alot to worry about unless your left side goes weak or you get pain or a sharp pain in your left arm if that happens go to accident & emergency.
978283
I hate to tell you this, but probably not.  I have the same problem.  Are you a lefty?  My middle finger swells up the next day.  It has been 5 months and still have pain, not as much, but it is still there.
660779
I'd check with a doctor.  There could be something physically wrong.
940498
Possibly Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.  Could also be a symptom of diabetes.  See your doctor.
160346
go to the Doctor thats what they are paid for, i wouldnt ask anyone on here about medical problems! Not to be rude, but unless everyone on yahoo answers has a medical degree then no one knows whats really wrong, so no one can really tell you how to fix it!! what hand is it anyways.. bc u seem to be typing fine!!
1056094
Definitely sounds like nerve pain.  Sometimes, like in carpal tunnel, swelling around the nerves pinches them and causes pain and numbness.\n\nRest and warm compresses (over a longer period of time depending on how serious it is) will help if this is the case.  Look at your activity and see if you are overworking or injuring the wrist or hand.\n\nIf it doesn't go away after a few days or gets very painful and/or stays numb, see the doctor.  Serious nerve injuries might involve a special splint, therapy, or even surgery.\n\nSpeedy healing!
1002416
See a doctor it wont hurt you.. many things may be going on most of which is not serious. The fact that its bothering you is reason enough to go in for a checkup
475973
I think you need to have this checked out by a doctor. It could be any number of things, even a node. It could be a lingering infection. Let a doctor look at it and then you'll know for sure and you can get whatever treatment you may need. You don't need to be in pain like this. My heart goes out to you and I will pray that you get well soon.
806531
Not only the left arm can hurt,...sometimes neck and jaw will be affected also.
1064802
This sounds like poor circulation on the left side of your body.  It could even be vindictive of something more serious, just as a brain injury, tumor, or nervious disorder such as muscular distrophy or parkinson's disease.  Don't just sit around and wait for it to go away, because you could have a claught which can be life threatening.  Goto your doctor, and like as soon as you can.  This could be life threatening, or not, don't panic just seek some professional advice.
746370
This could be caused by several different things. Could be nothing, could be serious. See your doctor.
446555
YOU MAY WANT TO SEE A DOCTOR. IF YOUR A DIABETIC IT MAY BE NUROPOTHY. IF NOT THEN IT MAY BE A CIRCULATION ISSUE. EITHER WAY IT IS NOT SOMETHING TO PLAY WITH IF IT IS ON THE LEFT SIDE BECAUSE IT COULD BE RELATED TO THE HEART.
495902
hmm i would think coldness would help with swelling.\nwhen i leave rings on overnite my fingers swell and it takes a couple hours before its normal. myabe get your ring stretched just a little bit.\nor its a sign.\nyou happily married?