It may be osteoarthritis in the lower digits. I am scheduled to wire my ring finger and remove the wire when the finger fuses. My littlest finger developed a cysts at the lowest digit that required draining. I hate all of this but it's beyond my control. Hands are especially effected. Hoping that you can resolve your issues.

It's always scary at first. I was diagnosed 15 years ago. I'm doing ok now. I've had ups and downs throughout the years, but I'm still here giving you advice! RA can be an unpredictable disease and you probably will go through different meds to find one that works for you. Listen to your doctors and yourself as to what you need. Try to stay positive! I will add you my team. Btw this is the area where you ask a question. Did you have one or just a general thought? Either way, I'm glad you found us. Have a good day.

You definitely there must be a strong genetic factor in your family. At least, there are lots of treatments now and doctors who are more aware of symptoms and treatment. Hopefully, you will have a much better outcome than other family members.

Yes there sure is. My mom and two of my aunts had it. Both aunts were in a wheelchair chair;-( We think my grandpa may have had it as he had arthritis so badly.