finger pain

I have pain in my finger tips when i grab things and they feel a bit numb what could be the cause of this.? 2 years ago Report Abuse imsety Best Answer - Chosen by Voters See your health care provider as soon as possible (neurologist). This could be nerves damage, such as felon, herpetic whitlow and paronychia. Felon is infection of the soft tissue (pulp) at the fingertip. An infection of the fingertip can lead to an abscess, which creates pressure and death of nearby tissues. The fingertip becomes very swollen and firm with intense throbbing pain. The doctor makes the diagnosis by examining the affected finger. If a felon is not treated promptly, the underlying bone, joint, or tendons may become infected. Minor felons may be treated with warm soaks several times a day to increase blood flow. An antibiotic is usually needed. Treatment may require prompt surgical drainage of the abscess as well. This may not be your case. I hope this helps you. And good luck. http://uk.answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20100320112550AATtkLH