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What Causes Stiffness Of Hands And Joint Pain?
Question: I have had Achilles' tendon tightness in my right heel for about 1 year now and a little less in my left heel tendon. I am 68 yrs old man. In last 1-2 mo I have had increasing joint pain and stiffness in my hands and big toe. And in last mo. I wake up with severe burning in my right hand thumb and first two fingers. Are these things inter-related and can any thing be prescribed for this?
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
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I'm sorry you're experiencing progressive joint discomfort. These symptoms may be experienced in conditions such as arthritis (rheumatoid, osteo), general inflammatory or neurologic conditions. The burning sensation you describe sounds more inflammatory (eg gout) or neurologic in nature. Unfortunately it is impossible to definitively determine the exact cause of these symptoms (and if they are all related to one specific condition) without a proper physical examination. It would be very reasonable for you to schedule a visit with your primary care physicin for assessment and possible adjunct laboratory tests (bloodwork). It may be that these symptoms can possibly be managed by anti-inflammatory medication, mild diet changes, and/or targeted physical therapy (stretching, range of motion exercises).
I hope you're feeling better soon.
Dr Galamaga
Considerations
Detailed Answer:
Hello & thank you for submitting your question.
I'm sorry you're experiencing progressive joint discomfort. These symptoms may be experienced in conditions such as arthritis (rheumatoid, osteo), general inflammatory or neurologic conditions. The burning sensation you describe sounds more inflammatory (eg gout) or neurologic in nature. Unfortunately it is impossible to definitively determine the exact cause of these symptoms (and if they are all related to one specific condition) without a proper physical examination. It would be very reasonable for you to schedule a visit with your primary care physicin for assessment and possible adjunct laboratory tests (bloodwork). It may be that these symptoms can possibly be managed by anti-inflammatory medication, mild diet changes, and/or targeted physical therapy (stretching, range of motion exercises).
I hope you're feeling better soon.
Dr Galamaga
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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