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Osteoarthritistis in back and maybe my knee. my proximal finger joint of right index finger is painful x2days. arhritis or infection more likely?

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Dr. John Goldman answered

Arthritis: At age 20 You're young to have osteoarthritis. In this setting I would suggest you have your physician send you to a rheumatologist. A rheumatologist is a specialist in medical Musculoskeletal problems and would better help define what is going on with you.

Dr Earle agreed

Answered 5/4/2015

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A member asked:

Osteoarthritistis in back and maybe my knee. my proximal finger joint of right index finger is painful x2days. arhritis or infection more likely?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Goldman answered

Dr Earle agreed

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