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Can Calcification Cause Hard Lumps On Thumb Mid Joint?

Thank you. In recent times a hard lump had come on the outside of thumb mid joint. Do you think this is calcification? Similar, but smaller lump on inside of index finger - 1st joint from top. both right hand. Might this also be osteoarthritis? Many thanks
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Mostly this can be calcification or bony spur or bony outgrowth.
Here first x ray is advisable. It can be osteoarthritis.
If pain is there analgesic can be taken.
To rule out rheumatoid arthritis,RA factor estimation done.
CRP also estimated for inflammatory condition.
ANA level done to rule out lupus induce arthritis.
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Can Calcification Cause Hard Lumps On Thumb Mid Joint?

Mostly this can be calcification or bony spur or bony outgrowth. Here first x ray is advisable. It can be osteoarthritis. If pain is there analgesic can be taken. To rule out rheumatoid arthritis,RA factor estimation done. CRP also estimated for inflammatory condition. ANA level done to rule out lupus induce arthritis.