“Is this arthritis?”

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“Is this arthritis?”

My hands are stiff a lot of the time. Is this arthritis?

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**Dr. Thomas Olenginski** Rheumatologist Danville, PA · Accepted Answer

Dr. Thomas Olenginski Rheumatologist Danville, PA

Stiffness is a very common sign of arthritis and you should be evaluated

Diabetes is a very common cause of hand stiffness as is hypothyroidism

**Dipti H. Doshi** Rheumatologist Artesia, CA · Accepted Answer

Dipti H. Doshi Rheumatologist Artesia, CA

Most of time you can have osteoarthritis depends on mileage what you have covered. please do x ray of hands and see doctor. also need to differentiate different kinds of arthritis , so need to evaluate

**Dr. Tamar Brionez** Houston, TX · Accepted Answer

Dr. Tamar Brionez Houston, TX

Hello!

Thanks for the question. Your hand pain could definitely be arthritis. The best thing to do is visit with a licensed rheumatologist for a proper evaluation.

Thanks so much!

Best regards,
Dr Brionez

**Dr. Joseph J. Flood** Rheumatologist Columbus, OH · Accepted Answer

Dr. Joseph J. Flood Rheumatologist Columbus, OH

Stiffness in the joints is a common symptom of arthritis. Examination by your healthcare provider and perhaps some blood tests may be helpful, but the exam is the first and most important step.

**Dr. Jonathan Moyer Simon** Rheumatologist Bloomfield, NJ · Accepted Answer

Dr. Jonathan Moyer Simon Rheumatologist Bloomfield, NJ

It is very possible that the cause of stiff hands is some type of arthritis, but you should see a rheumatologist to determine the cause. The treatment for this condition will vary, depending on the cause of the stiffness.