Question

index finger bend  
pinky joint   QUESTION: I have no pain in my fingers, but I notice that my index fingers are slightly crooked turning towards middle finger, and my left pinky finger joint is bigger than the right.  Does this indicate a problem or just normal variances? I'm a 35 year old female.

ANSWER: Dear Andrea,

This Orthopedic Chicago Podiatrist located in West Loop 60661, Roscoe Village 60618, Ukrainian Village 60622, Elmhurst 60126 & Bartlett 60103 says,
These are the beginnings of arthritis in the finger joints.As long as your hands are pain free & dexterous, it's part of the normal aging process. If it starts to hurt, swell, or become red--then seek professional opinion-since it may be arthritis that does better with treatment.
Hope this helps & Good Luck!

Dr George Tsatsos,Dr Svetlana Zats, Dr Mariano Rivera, Dr Ryan Holmbeck & Dr Kevin Massard
Chicago 60661, 60618 & 60622, Elmhurst 60126, Bartlett 60103 Podiatrists
Board Certified swimming or wearing a knee bin Foot and Ankle Surgery & Orthopedics
New South Loop Location-Chicago 60661

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QUESTION: Is it normal to have beginning arthritis at 35?? And is it osteo or the other, Rheumatoid?

Answer
Dear Andrea,

These questions may be answered by your internist, following a blood test & x-rays. Everyone is different & so although it may be a bit early for you, we don't know your family history-which still needs to be matched with your results.
Hope this Helps & Good Luck!

Dr George Tsatsos