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I have a large bump on the joint of my thumb and it keeps growing and is painful sometimes and i cannot bend that thumb on right hand?

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Dr. Ryan Taylor answered

Osteoarthritis: You likely have osteoarthritis. The bony nodules on the fingers are called bouchard's or heberden's nodes depending on the location. You should discuss the pain with your doctor.

Answered 4/7/2014

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A member asked:

I have a large bump on the joint of my thumb and it keeps growing and is painful sometimes and i cannot bend that thumb on right hand?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ryan Taylor answered

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