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Can RA Affect Your Tendons?
I have a pretty big lump between my hand and wrist and my hand doctor said it’s from RA and I might have to have surgery!
Yes it’s called tenosynovitis and I am trying to get my surgery scheduled before the tendon snaps.
Tendon and bursa problems have been all I’ve been having lately.
Yes, rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can affect your tendons. RA can weaken tendons, causing them to tear, which may lead to pain, numbness, and weakness. In severe cases, tendons may rupture, causing deformity. Tendon repair surgery can partially restore function and relieve pain, but it is not a cure for RA and does not prevent Show Full Answer
Been waiting several days for the surgery scheduler no call. I am getting blood work tomorrow morning and have an appointment with my doctor for surgery clearance but no date or time for surgery. Was hoping for the 25th so I would be back to normal for my fall semester for my students. I’m trying tomorrow to leave messages.
Yes but given the hand pain I don’t think about it. My hands are ugly and I hide them.
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I’ve Been Told No!!
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