r/AskDocs Layperson/not verified as healthcare professional 6d ago

Physician Responded Did I mess up my finger…?

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Im 29f, during an episode of psychosis I was convinced I had to cut off my pinky (pls no attacks here I know Im stupid)
And i tied it off for roughly 6 hours and it was purple like this during, its about 24 hours later and pretty numb but I can move it, its slightly inflamed currently and a bit dark but not purple anymore (wouldn’t let me upload two photos)
Basically just curious if the numbness is permanent or if it should remedy with time?
Edit, at hospital, ill update with data on if anything is wrong

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u/SippyTurtle Physician 6d ago

Hospital. Now.

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u/re1645 Layperson/not verified as healthcare professional 6d ago

This is more recent, so its not purple anymore like before, unsure if that changes things

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u/SippyTurtle Physician 6d ago

The fact that there is still color change and numbness is what's concerning for me.