Mom is experiencing pain and swelling in her hand near the thumb with the palm facing downward. Hand movement is also restricted and she has pain in the knee. As per the X ray she has knee osteoarthritis. Her blood report shows a high CRP level of 27.1. Requesting suggestions from a rheumatologist.

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Dr Siri Nallapu

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Elevated CRP suggests active inflammation. Pain around the thumb could indicate De Quervains tenosynovitis or arthritis. Knee osteoarthritis can be managed conservatively or with injections. A rheumatologist review is recommended. Get done CRP and RA factor tests done.

Dr. Siri Suggests...

Take a CRP Test (C - Reactive Protein) Test or Take a RA Factor Test (Rheumatoid Factor) Test

Book CRP Test (C - Reactive Protein) Test Book RA Factor Test (Rheumatoid Factor) Test

Answered 29/08/2025

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