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Suggest Treatment For Pea Sized Bump On Elbow

I just discovered a pea sized bump on my ulna, close to the elbow. I am 46, have a host of auto-immune disorders and really was surprised when I discovered it. I been been having a Rheumatoid Arthritis flare and my hands have been really bad for a few weeks. Felt pain in my arm earlier today - thats when i discovered it. Typo s. So sorry. Fingers aren t working very well.
Wed, 11 Feb 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Hello
I have studied your case.
As per your history of rheumatoid arthritis there is possibility of rheumatoid nodule.
There is no need to worry about swelling this will not be harmful.
If swelling leads to nerve compression thenyou mmay need treatment.
For rheumatoid arthritis diet plays important role in reducing symptoms.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.
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Suggest Treatment For Pea Sized Bump On Elbow

Hello I have studied your case. As per your history of rheumatoid arthritis there is possibility of rheumatoid nodule. There is no need to worry about swelling this will not be harmful. If swelling leads to nerve compression thenyou mmay need treatment. For rheumatoid arthritis diet plays important role in reducing symptoms. I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.