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What Do Pain And Stiffness In The Hands And Fingers Indicate?
Hello, I am an adult female. Almost 60 yrs old. In the past month or so, I ve been having pain and stiffness in my hands and fingers. I ve had stiffness in my knees for a number of years but only painful when going up flights of stairs or riding a bicycle (so I don t). The pain in my hands is recent. I m thinking its arthritis but not sure if its osteo or rheumatoid. Is there a way to tell?
Thu, 10 May 2018
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
To diagnose rheumatoid arthritis you need to consult a rheumatologist for clinical assessment of your joints, as well as performing few tests such as rheumatoid factor, X-ray, and other essential tests. To relieve the pain, you can benefit from over-the-counter analgesics, topical anti-inflammatory drugs, and cold compressors.
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Regards,
Dr. Abed Tahrawi
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
To diagnose rheumatoid arthritis you need to consult a rheumatologist for clinical assessment of your joints, as well as performing few tests such as rheumatoid factor, X-ray, and other essential tests. To relieve the pain, you can benefit from over-the-counter analgesics, topical anti-inflammatory drugs, and cold compressors.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Abed Tahrawi
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