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rheumatoid arthritis lumps

have hard bump (lump) om my middle finger first bend before the nail. when i bend it, it turns white. family dr says arthritis. it is the size of a pea. i am scared i will get more. thinking of going to my rheumatologist.  
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That would be very advisable.  Make sure that you keep using it even though it hurts.
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hello thought i would share a little info my mom has severe rheumatoid and these bumps are called nodules and unfortunately they do show up and sometimes dont go away usually finger wrist toe joints see your dr. he can explain further and if you have any ?? look me up and if i cant help my mom would definitely know alot more she has had it for 30 years good luck god bless,
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Definitly see a Rheumatologist...there a meds and treatments to slow the progression of RA.
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