A member asked:

I wake up with a swollen finger every few months (usually different finger). no other symptoms. could this be early stages of rheumatoid arthritis?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

It's "possible": but may also be connected with SALT RETENTION (???due to hormonal changes the "every few months" is a "clue" OR something you are doing at work ..or home that occurs every few months. BE A DETECTIVE ..keep a journal if necessary...if you can't figure it out a good PCP might be able to... Hope this is helpful Dr Z

Answered 4/21/2018

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