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Pain and sensitivity on the top of my hands and fingers.

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Fulton, NY

This pain is diffferent then the joint pain that I have. A gentle breeze blowing across my hands feels like stinging needles. Does anyone else have this with their RA? I am also a Diabetic.

February 11, 2019
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A myRAteam Member

This sounds exactly like my feet.The stinging is awful. I also have a lot of burning. I also am Diabetic. I have Neuropathy, you can also get it in your hands. I havent found any relief for me yet. Praying you dont have this. Hope you feel better real soon. 😢🙏

February 13, 2019
A myRAteam Member

I have RA complicated with Raynaud's Disease, its apparently rare. Anyway Raynauds causes a burning feeling, redness, swelling and sometimes peeling. The whole process can last days or weeks. It can happen to any of your extremities.

February 13, 2019
A myRAteam Member

My head also go numb

February 12, 2019
A myRAteam Member

Yes, I have experienced this as well for years. Was just diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. Sometimes RA patients will develop Fibromyalgia.

February 11, 2019
myRAteam

Finger pain can be caused by various conditions. Here are some potential causes and considerations:

- Arthritis: This can lead to pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Pressure on the median nerve in the wrist can cause numbness and pain in the hand and fingers.
- Raynaud Phenomenon: This Show Full Answer

Finger pain can be caused by various conditions. Here are some potential causes and considerations:

- Arthritis: This can lead to pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints.
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Pressure on the median nerve in the wrist can cause numbness and pain in the hand and fingers.
- Raynaud Phenomenon: This condition results in blocked blood flow to the fingers when it is cold.
- Trigger Finger: A swollen finger tendon makes it hard to straighten or bend your finger.
- Infections: Can cause redness, swelling, and pain.
- Injuries: Playing contact sports or other activities can lead to finger pain.

When to Contact a Provider:
- Severe injury
- Deformed finger
- Persistent pain after 1 week of home treatment
- Numbness or tingling
- Severe pain at rest
- Inability to straighten fingers
- Redness, swelling, or fever

Home Care:
- Avoid activities causing pain
- Use heat or cold to ease pain
- Over-the-counter topicals like Arnica gel or CBD salve
- Paraffin wax baths for temporary relief

Office Visit:
- Physical exam of hand and finger movement
- Medical history and symptoms review
- Possible x-ray of the hand

For more detailed information, please refer to the provided resources.

July 14, 2024

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