If your rings suddenly feel too snug or you’re experiencing stiff joints, you may wonder, “Why are my fingers swollen?” While swollen fingers can occur from something as simple as a temperature change ...

This article was medically reviewed by Rekha Kumar, MD, an assistant professor of medicine and member of the Prevention Medical Review Board, on July 2, 2019. You have arthritis pain, and the ...

Early joint or bone changes - stiffness, swelling or pain - can signal serious issues. Dr Sood shares warning signs so you can spot them before it's too late. Joint and bone issues often start subtly.

Swelling inside the joints of your hands can make them stiff and sore. You may have swelling outside of the joints, too. These symptoms may affect one hand more than the other. PsA can also make your ...

A jammed finger is typically a sprain to the joint or knuckle, of the finger. There may also be a small fracture or dislocation of the joint. The injury can be extremely painful, and the joint usually ...

Stiff hands in the morning are a common sign of osteoarthritis (also known as "wear-and-tear arthritis) but can be caused by ...

Dactylitis is a painful swelling of the fingers and toes. The name comes from the Greek word “dactylos,” which means “finger.” Dactylitis is one of the telltale symptoms of psoriatic arthritis (PsA).

Joint inflammation and arthritis often show up as stiff mornings, swollen knees, or aching fingers. Giloy, also called ...

Psoriatic arthritis happens when your body’s immune system causes inflammation of your joints and surrounding structures that connect to your bones. About a third of people who have the skin condition ...

A jammed finger can be a common sports injury, and it is usually nothing to worry about. But, if the pain in your finger lingers, you probably should have a physician check it out. Tom Miller, MD, ...