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Fingers and knuckles swelling,especially in the am,but notice thruout day.could it be ra?maternal gpa had it but parents do not.never hurts just swell

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Possibly: Lack of pain would be unusual for RA but it is possible. See a rheumatologist.

Answered 3/1/2015

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Potentially: The 2nd and 3rd "knuckles" are among the most common joints involved in RA, as is the symptom of morning stiffness. There is a simple blood test called rheumatoid factor which is usually ( although not always) positive in patients with RA and so I would not hesitate to get it looked in to. There are now disease modifying medications available that can change the long term outcome of the disease.

Answered 3/1/2015

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