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What would cause hard small bumps to form near or on the joints of my fingers on the palm side of my hand? they form quickly and are painful.

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Hand bumps: Consider synovitis, arthritis, bouchard nodes, heberden nodes, dupiytrens, or connective tissue disorder. Check with rheumatologist if concerned.

Answered 10/29/2020

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A member asked:

What would cause hard small bumps to form near or on the joints of my fingers on the palm side of my hand? they form quickly and are painful.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Michalski answered

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