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Tomohiro Hamahata, MD (Orthopedic surgery)
Dr. Hamahata graduated from the Jikei University of Medical Science. After working at Asanokawa General Hospital and Kosei Chuo Hospital, he joined the Department of Orthopedics at Asakusa Hospital in April 2021, specializing in general orthopedics and joint replacement surgery.
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Pain and swelling in the middle finger of the right hand
Both ankles are swollen
Pain and swelling in the middle finger of the left hand
Both elbows are swollen
Pain and swelling in the index finger of the right hand
Swelling of the ankle
The middle finger of the right foot is red and swollen
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It refers to one or more of the joints feels hot to the touch or warmer than the surrounding skin accompanied by redness and swelling.
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
Hot swollen red joints
Osteoporosis is a disease that makes your bones weak and brittle, resulting in the bone to fracture easily even with minor trauma or stress (for instance, after a simple fall). It may be caused due to long-term low calcium intake, estrogen deficiencies in women, and an inactive lifestyle.
Gout and pseudogout are diseases caused by inflammation and crystal accumulation in the joints. Gout results from uric acid crystals, while pseudogout stems from calcium pyrophosphate crystals. Both are marked by sudden, painful swelling in one or more joints. Gout attacks can be triggered by eating purine-rich foods like seafood, alcohol, and red meat, while pseudogout may be due to joint injury, surgery, or immune issues.
Pain that is ongoing and typically lasts longer than six months. This kind of pain can persist even after the injury or illness causing it has healed or disappeared. It interferes with daily life and can lead to depression and anxiety.
Hyperuricemia
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom
Do you have joint redness, swelling or warmth?
Do you have swollen ankles?
Is the affected area red?
Is the affected area swollen?
Do you have a fever?
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Reviewed By:
Tomohiro Hamahata, MD (Orthopedic surgery)
Dr. Hamahata graduated from the Jikei University of Medical Science. After working at Asanokawa General Hospital and Kosei Chuo Hospital, he joined the Department of Orthopedics at Asakusa Hospital in April 2021, specializing in general orthopedics and joint replacement surgery.
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