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What Causes Painful Knuckles And Bluishness While Dipping In Hot Water?
Question: My knuckles in my hands have been painful for 4 days. They turn blue when in hot water. I am 58. No medical history
Brief Answer:
early OA? x ray , consult orthopedic doctor
Detailed Answer:
hi
Do not use hot water for fomentation if that causes bluishness, voltaren gel applications is okay
consult an orthpedician and have x ray of fingers.It is most likely early degenerative arthritis as several knuckles are involved,common arthritis is osteo-arthritis at this age which may be confirmed by an orthopedic doctor after examination and x ray.
I would prefer aleve (naproxen) if OA is confirmed and if your doctor also agrees after diagnosis is confirmed
Regards,
early OA? x ray , consult orthopedic doctor
Detailed Answer:
hi
Do not use hot water for fomentation if that causes bluishness, voltaren gel applications is okay
consult an orthpedician and have x ray of fingers.It is most likely early degenerative arthritis as several knuckles are involved,common arthritis is osteo-arthritis at this age which may be confirmed by an orthopedic doctor after examination and x ray.
I would prefer aleve (naproxen) if OA is confirmed and if your doctor also agrees after diagnosis is confirmed
Regards,
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