@drdavidabbasi: This baby was born with an extra finger, and it's more common than most people think. 👶✋ This is called polydactyly, a congenital condition where a person is born with one or more extra digits on the hand or foot. It's actually one of the most common congenital hand differences, and it can range from a tiny, soft nub with no bone or joint inside, to a fully formed extra finger complete with its own bones, joints, and even tendons. Polydactyly is generally classified by where the extra digit appears: near the thumb (preaxial), near the pinky (postaxial), or in the middle of the hand (central), with postaxial being the most common type overall. It can run in families as a genetic trait, or it can occur sporadically with no family history at all. Treatment depends heavily on the specific case. If the extra digit has no functional bone or joint structure, it can often be simply removed shortly after birth. If it does contain functional bone and joint tissue, surgical removal is typically more involved and carefully planned to preserve normal hand function and appearance. It's a great reminder of just how much natural variation exists in human development, even something as fundamental as "how many fingers" isn't always fixed. 🩺 Vid: Unknown ✅Follow @drdavidabbasi for More Daily Medical Content & Health Tips! 📍Schedule a consultation in Delray Beach! Visit www.primeorthocenter.com

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