A low white blood cell (WBC) count is a decreased number of white blood cells (leukocytes) in the blood. A low WBC count is referred to medically as leukopenia.utoimmune diseases that attack your white blood cells can also lead to a low WBC count. Several different prescribed drugs, including chemotherapy, are known to decrease WBC production or destroy WBCs. A low WBC count can be serious because it increases your risk of developing a potentially life-threatening infection.
As arthritis worsens, joint movements can become limited and painful. Arthritic joints in the fingers often cause swollen, 'knobby' knuckles. Finger arthritis can cause popping and snapping as a result of small bone spurs around the arthritic joints. The joints may pop or snap because of uneven surfaces or alignment abnormalities.
Peripheral neuropathy Peripheral neuropathy is a nerve condition of the extremities causing numbness, tingling, and pain. Finger injury Symptoms of finger injuries vary but can include pain, numbness, swelling, and deformity. Bruise or contusion Bruises, or contusions, cause skin discoloration, swelling and tenderness. Carpal tunnel syndrome Carpal tunnel syndrome symptoms include burning or tingling in the hand and fingers, numbness, pain and more.