Second digit

What does "Second digit" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Second digit" in a medical document refers to the second finger or toe of a hand or foot. In the context of the human body, the term "digit" is used to describe fingers and toes. So, when a medical report mentions the "second digit", it's talking about the second finger if it's a hand, or the second toe if it's a foot.

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