A 41-year-old member asked:
The ring finger on my left hand and my second toe on my left foot have been extremely sore, is this ra?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Pierre Moeseranswered
Specializes in Rheumatology
Unknown: Rheumatoid arthritis is usually a more symmetrical disease with multiple small joints affected. The more common condition, osteoarthritis, is more typical of your pattern. However, there are other important factors such as a detailed history and a physical examination that are necessary for an accurate diagnosis in your case.
6.3k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Vadim Glukhanswered
Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery 23 years experience
OA more likely: The RA unless already established previously, is less likely than the plain old degenerative joint disease/ osteoarthritis - have a medical dr or a rheumatologist look at it.
4.9k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
Last updated Jun 10, 2014
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits - just $39!
50% off with $15/month membership
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.