- Male
- 50 Years
- 05/09/2025
I am experiencing pain in my left hand, wrist, and fingers, with difficulty moving my fingers. There is slight pain in my right hand and in the middle three toes of my left foot, along with left knee pain that causes a grinding sound during movement and difficulty climbing stairs. I also feel a burning sensation in my feet and neck pain when turning left or right. My blood tests for rheumatoid arthritis and gout came back negative. I do not drink alcohol or smoke, and I am slightly overweight. Despite this, some doctors are suggesting it might be rheumatoid arthritis, but I am confused given my test results. I would like guidance on what could be causing these symptoms and what steps I should take next.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Symptoms suggest inflammatory arthritis despite negative RA and gout tests. Other possibilities include seronegative arthritis or fibromyalgia. Further tests like ANA or HLA B27 may help. Rheumatology follow up is advised.
Dr. Shaik Suggests...
Take a RA Factor Test (Rheumatoid Factor) Test or Take a Uric Acid Test Test
Answered 05/09/2025
0
0
More RA Factor Test (Rheumatoid Factor) Health Queries
View allHi. My mother has been suffering from Rheumatoid Arthritis. We have been visiting a nearby doctor every month, but the condition seems to be the same. We are taking ESR and CRP tests in her blood report every month. According to the doctor, this will take time to improve, but it has been almost eight months, and we have not seen any improvement. Kindly help or suggest on this? Thanks in advance.
read more![Doctor 1]()
![Doctor 2]()
Answered by Apollo Doctors
I am 18 years old. Suddenly, my leg got swollen, and my joints started hurting. Now my wrists and shoulders also ache, especially in the morning. I consulted a doctor and did blood tests, but everything came back normal. Why am I experiencing joint pain, and what should I do?
read more![Doctor 1]()
![Doctor 2]()
Answered by Apollo Doctors
Dear Doctor, A patient aged 70 has been experiencing continuous pain and swelling in the upper right foot and toes for the past month. There is no history of diabetes or high blood pressure. Recent investigations show: Blood report: normal, X-ray: normal, Vitamin D: normal, Uric acid: normal and NCV (both lower limbs): normal. The pain temporarily subsides with painkillers but returns after a few hours. Could you please advise what further tests or evaluations are recommended and how we can diagnose the cause? Thank you.
read more![Doctor 1]()
![Doctor 2]()
Answered by Apollo Doctors
Disclaimer: Answers on Apollo 247 are not intended to replace your doctor advice. Always seek help of a professional doctor in case of an medical emergency or ailment.