What causes upper arm aches along with swollen wrists and fingers?
Patient: I have aches in my upper arm on both arms swollen wrists and fingers swollen with a bulge on the outside of each wrist fingers are stiff and sore. knuckles ache Worse in the morning I can not even lift my arms over my head in the morning. movement gets a bit better as day goes on but constant pain and ache and I am scared Doctor: Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have upper arm aches along with swollen wrists and fingers. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like sudden impacts ,arthritis , rheumatoid arthritis , carpal tunnel syndrome , gout or ganglion cysts. I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI along with physical examination , urine test . Doctor may recommend surgical removal or may prescribe antibiotics , allopurinol along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may also recommend physical therapy . For now apply warm compresses and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Do not lift heavy object with arm and give proper rest to your arm . Doctor may fix the abnormality by plaster , splint or bandage in case of fracture  .Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari