Update:
Due to much bleatin' in the Marsh from SWWLTTSMBO, I took meself off to the horse pickle.
Worth noting that the digit in question is
still swollen and tender, and, what's more, dangles at an odd angle!
Three hours later, I am told that I have an Avulsion Fracture of the proximal joint!
So, I've been werkin' 'umping groceries for people for weeks with a broken mitt!
Now told "No manual handling, keep it 'buddy strapped' for 6 weeks - if it doesn't improve, get GP to refer you to the 'Hand Clinic'"
Oh, and another thing: took me BP. Machine went ballistic! Lights flashing, beepers beeping, the werks!
Told: "You might like to ask your GP about your BP"