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Arthritis in Finger

Apple Head — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 04:40:57 GMT

This is odd, but I have arthritis in my right ring finger. I can't get size 7 rings on that finger like I used to. I can barely get them off and the finger looks swollen a bit at the knuckle. It's the only finger that gives me that problem. I can't remember doing something to it. I lift weights, but that shouldn't hurt it. I used to crack my knuckles as a kid, but doctors all tell me that that doesn't cause arthritis and no other finger has the issue.

Anyone have any helpful hints on this issue? I'm sad that many of my smaller rings won't fit that finger anymore. I literally cried today trying to get a band ring off the finger. Now the skin around the finger is raw and sore from all that tugging.

One finger... seems so weird.

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hckynut — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 04:54:56 GMT

I have osteoarthritis in three of my fingers on both hands,and believe me the least of my concerns is how I get a ring on those fingers.

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sylviahomeatlast — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 04:59:04 GMT

try vaseline or soap to get the ring off.

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Apple Head — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 06:07:30 GMT

On 2/25/2015 hckynut said: I have osteoarthritis in three of my fingers on both hands,and believe me the least of my concerns is how I get a ring on those fingers.

Sir, for someone who is suffering from something similar, your snarly comment doesn’t do a thing to help someone looking for advice. I didn’t deserve such bullying. I own a few of my dear grandmother’s rings that were given to me because we shared a love of gemstones and jewelry. I cannot afford to get all my rings resized. Those rings are special to me because it brings my grandmother close to me when I wear them. If you find that something to make fun of enjoy yourself! I was kindly seeking some advice for a painful disorder, and instead of offering some help, you chose to bully a fellow poster who kindly asked for some assistance.

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KarenQVC — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 06:17:15 GMT

Gee, AH, don't tear the skin. That could make it worse. Try Windex in a pinch. The doctor did an Xray for my hands that showed OA just in the thumb joints. Referred me to an occupational therapist who made splints and it helped. That said, it could be other things, too, like gout. In the meantime, can you alternate with your left ring finger or is that one swollen, too? I wonder.

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dex — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 06:27:41 GMT

Hcknut that might not seem a problem to a man but she would like to continue to enjoy her jewelry even if her health is getting in the way.Now what is wrong with that?we all need to find ways to continue to enjoy all the things in life even when life throws us a challenge.

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hckynut — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 06:50:11 GMT

dex, someone with severe arthritic fingers should be more concerned about the .incapacitation of their fingers. If they are not? All swelling is best reduced by: ICE and elevation. ETA: dex, a little too strong even for me. I unfortunately think as a male and could have chosen a better way to respond to the OP.

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adelle38 — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 06:55:05 GMT

It's not unusual for osteoarthritis (if that's what this is) to start in one finger. One thing that helps me is wearing compression gloves at night and doing finger exercises with soft balls. I don't know that the swelling is going to get better as far as enabling you to wear your rings. Perhaps you can try wearing them on a different finger.

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Amazinggrace2 — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 06:57:43 GMT

Interestingly I have osteo in that same finger and it swells, and one of the knuckles has become quite large. I have found that consuming overly salted food almost immediately makes the swelling worse, so perhaps this might help you in terms of diet.

I am so sorry that you are having difficulty wearing your rings. I know that they can become like a part of you, and when off the finger, feels strange. Do speak to your doctor....s/he may suggest a mild anti-inflammatory should the condition worsen.

My best to you.

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santorini — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 07:02:30 GMT

Good grief. Some people are so easily offended. I saw nothing wrong with hckynut's comment. He has been very open with his medical issues and knowing how kind this man has been over the years, I didn't read anything rude into his reply at all.

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Meeras — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 07:09:38 GMT

try soap to ring off.

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Porcelain — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 07:44:57 GMT

I thought I was getting arthritis in my thumb. But before going down the whole route of doctors and diagnosis etc, I did an experiment to make sure it's not a carpal tunnel type issue. I started supporting under my wrist when typing and using a mouse. And voila! No more sore thumb joint.

Just a thought that you might try checking on this if you spend much time using your computer.

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Tinkrbl44 — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 09:43:39 GMT

On 2/25/2015 Apple Head said:
On 2/25/2015 hckynut said: I have osteoarthritis in three of my fingers on both hands,and believe me the least of my concerns is how I get a ring on those fingers.

Sir, for someone who is suffering from something similar, your snarly comment doesn’t do a thing to help someone looking for advice. I didn’t deserve such bullying. I own a few of my dear grandmother’s rings that were given to me because we shared a love of gemstones and jewelry. I cannot afford to get all my rings resized. Those rings are special to me because it brings my grandmother close to me when I wear them. If you find that something to make fun of enjoy yourself! I was kindly seeking some advice for a painful disorder, and instead of offering some help, you chose to bully a fellow poster who kindly asked for some assistance.

Oh, come on ..... There was NOTHING in his comment that could be construed as "bullying" ..... sarcastic, maybe, but definitely not bullying.

I have arthritis in a couple fingers on my right hand, my left thumb and my right knee ..... there doesn't seem to be much rhyme or reason to it, but you might want to think about an alternative way to wear those rings ... on a charm bracelet or on a chain around your neck .... the swelling in those fingers probably won't be going down any time soon ... even Prednisone doesn't help.

And if you haven't talked to your MD about these developments, you should do so on your next appointment.

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qualitygal — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 10:51:58 GMT

I have it in a few fingers. Use another favorite finger for your rings. Over time other fingers (or not) could do that too.

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esmeraldagooch — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 13:49:24 GMT

On 2/26/2015 Tinkrbl44 said:
On 2/25/2015 Apple Head said:
On 2/25/2015 hckynut said: I have osteoarthritis in three of my fingers on both hands,and believe me the least of my concerns is how I get a ring on those fingers.

Sir, for someone who is suffering from something similar, your snarly comment doesn’t do a thing to help someone looking for advice. I didn’t deserve such bullying. I own a few of my dear grandmother’s rings that were given to me because we shared a love of gemstones and jewelry. I cannot afford to get all my rings resized. Those rings are special to me because it brings my grandmother close to me when I wear them. If you find that something to make fun of enjoy yourself! I was kindly seeking some advice for a painful disorder, and instead of offering some help, you chose to bully a fellow poster who kindly asked for some assistance.

Oh, come on ..... There was NOTHING in his comment that could be construed as "bullying" ..... sarcastic, maybe, but definitely not bullying.

I have arthritis in a couple fingers on my right hand, my left thumb and my right knee ..... there doesn't seem to be much rhyme or reason to it, but you might want to think about an alternative way to wear those rings ... on a charm bracelet or on a chain around your neck .... the swelling in those fingers probably won't be going down any time soon ... even Prednisone doesn't help.

And if you haven't talked to your MD about these developments, you should do so on your next appointment.

OP. I agree with the other posters, If you can't afford to have the ring sized up wear it on a chain. I was going to tell you of options women who have this problem do if they can afford to have their rings modified. Believe me you are not alone, this happens to many women as we age and it's not always because of arthritis. If you do choose to have your ring sized up they can install a spring type mechanism in the bottom of the shank to take up the space so the ring doesn't spin. Otherwise you are talking hundreds or a thousand to fix the problem. Hckynut's life has been altered by his illness, I agree rings are the last thing he would worry about. He is not a bully.

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Reba055 — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 15:44:56 GMT

On 2/26/2015 esmeraldagooch said:
On 2/26/2015 Tinkrbl44 said:
On 2/25/2015 Apple Head said:
On 2/25/2015 hckynut said: I have osteoarthritis in three of my fingers on both hands,and believe me the least of my concerns is how I get a ring on those fingers.

Sir, for someone who is suffering from something similar, your snarly comment doesn’t do a thing to help someone looking for advice. I didn’t deserve such bullying. I own a few of my dear grandmother’s rings that were given to me because we shared a love of gemstones and jewelry. I cannot afford to get all my rings resized. Those rings are special to me because it brings my grandmother close to me when I wear them. If you find that something to make fun of enjoy yourself! I was kindly seeking some advice for a painful disorder, and instead of offering some help, you chose to bully a fellow poster who kindly asked for some assistance.

Oh, come on ..... There was NOTHING in his comment that could be construed as "bullying" ..... sarcastic, maybe, but definitely not bullying.

I have arthritis in a couple fingers on my right hand, my left thumb and my right knee ..... there doesn't seem to be much rhyme or reason to it, but you might want to think about an alternative way to wear those rings ... on a charm bracelet or on a chain around your neck .... the swelling in those fingers probably won't be going down any time soon ... even Prednisone doesn't help.

And if you haven't talked to your MD about these developments, you should do so on your next appointment.

OP. I agree with the other posters, If you can't afford to have the ring sized up wear it on a chain. I was going to tell you of options women who have this problem do if they can afford to have their rings modified. Believe me you are not alone, this happens to many women as we age and it's not always because of arthritis. If you do choose to have your ring sized up they can install a spring type mechanism in the bottom of the shank to take up the space so the ring doesn't spin. Otherwise you are talking hundreds or a thousand to fix the problem. Hckynut's life has been altered by his illness, I agree rings are the last thing he would worry about. He is not a bully.

I can relate to this because I have a lot of neck and back issues as well as OA. Sometimes it is hard for us to accept that we can't do things like we used to. My mom has lupus, sjorens, and RA and the meds she is on causes horrible bruising on her arms. She no longer wears bracelets or short sleeves (unless at home or bumming around) and she just takes it in stride. Her shoes are definitely not fashionable, lol. I agree with the other poster. Size up or put it on a chain and don't look back. Now if I can only take my own advise! It is hard but part of accepting our physical limitations and being thankful for what we can do. My mother was stunningly beautiful back in the day, and still is beautiful but she hasn't let vanity dictate who she is. I am inspired by her every day.

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saversmom — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 15:52:09 GMT

Have you considered seeing a hand specialist? Their training is very specific.

Best of luck to you.

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terrier3 — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 15:52:20 GMT

I had one of these cysts on my middle finger on my right hand. It made a big bump that was painful when it got wet or cold.

I had it surgically removed by a hand specialist, because I was always bumping into it and hurting it. I watched the operation....it was filled with a jelly like substance and there was arthritis on the bone. Just as the doctor had warned, it's come back...but it's smaller and not as intrusive now.

Later a friend of mine (a physician) told me it used to be called a "Bible bump". People used to take a shot of whiskey and have someone whack them on the bump HARD with a Bible or another thick book. That breaks up the fluid in the cyst.

She offered to help me when it came back - but I haven't taken her up on her offer!

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Twoaces — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 15:58:43 GMT

Ah, the days before arthritis in my fingers! How did this happen?! I have had ring adjustments put into a few special rings and wear other rings occasionally on fingers that will still accommodate them. Modifications range in cost from the band insert that someone suggested (not expensive and a good first step) to a thousand or more when more extreme adjustments are needed. For me, my wedding finger requires size 7 to clear the knuckle, then tighten to size 4 so the rings don't flop around. I am currently wearing my original band on my right hand which hasn't changed too much. Who knows why! My more elaborate set is being modified as we speak, for about $1500. If I were you , I would start with the simple insert and hope that will serve you for a good long time. Best of luck to you!

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twocent — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 16:14:32 GMT

Add me to the list who would never think hckynut to intentionally be rude or a bully.

I have this in only one finger, the little one on my right hand. I got this finger caught in a slamming door , and here I am with the fall -out . I surely understand and sympathize with your issues.

I wish you the best.