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What causes unexplained hard swollen bruises on legs?
I don't know about the bruise part of the description, however in the condition Rheumatoid arthritis there are what is known as a nodule these are hard and can be painful They don't take long to appear and can disappear again over time. If they are rheumatic nodules it is wise to get it looked at as uncontrolled rheumatoid arthritis can lead to serious joint damage over a short period of time.
Is a knot on your pinkie a sign of arthritis?
It may be an arthritic nodule, these occur in about 25 percent of cases of Rheumatoid arthritis's. It would be wise to check with your doctor on this. as you can get these before having joint problems and treat them as an early warning sign. usually they come after the joint problems. they can come and go and are usually not a problem if they are not on pressure points.
How do you treat a lump on your foot from rheumatoid arthritis?
This sounds like a rheumatoid nodule. These can be removed with surgery. however chances are theywill grow back again. I had one on the back of each foot on the ankle for years and they eventually went away. I also got one on the bottom of my right arm just where you put it when using the key board on the computer. eventually this cleared itself as well. the one on the arm cleared up while on anti inflammatory treatments tat are used for RA.
What is the description of a lung nodule?
A lung nodule a spot on the lung that is 3 cm in diameter. Lung nodule are more likely to be cancerous than not. 40% of lung nodules are cancerous. One will most likely need a surgery as well.
What is the icd 9 code for nodule in the buttocks?
Nodule(s), nodular actinomycotic (see also Actinomycosis) 039.9 arthritic - see Arthritis, nodosa breast 793.89 cutaneous 782.2 Haygarth's 715.04 inflammatory - see Inflammation juxta-articular 102.7 syphilitic 095.7 yaws 102.7 larynx 478.79 lung, solitary 518.89 emphysematous 492.8 milkers' 051.1 prostate 600.10 with urinary obstruction 600.11 retention 600.11 retrocardiac 785.9 rheumatic 729.89 rheumatoid - see Arthritis rheumatoid scrotum (inflammatory) 608.4 singers' 478.5 skin NEC 782.2 solitary, lung 518.89 emphysematous 492.8 subcutaneous 782.2 thyroid (gland) (nontoxic) (uninodular) 241.0 with hyperthyroidism 242.1 thyrotoxicosis 242.1 toxic or with hyperthyroidism 242.1 vocal cords 478.5
What is a gastric nodule?
The term ' nodule ' means a knot-like, small solid lump of tissue which may occur anywhere in the body, accordingly a gastric nodule is a nodule found inside the stomach. The term ' nodule ' itself does not reveal anything about the nature of the lump. The best way is to consult a general surgeon as soon as possible. Surgery may be necessary to get rid of it and further to find out whether it is malignant or benign by means of biopsy.
What does it mean if they find hot nodules after doing a thyroid scan uptake?
After performing a thyroid scan uptake, if it is determined that there is a hot nodule it typically means that the nodule is hyperfuncitioning. According to the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists ThyroidAwareness.com website, "The scan tells whether the nodule is hyperfunctioning (a "hot" nodule), or taking up more radioactivity than normal thyroid tissue does; taking up the same amount as normal tissue (a "warm" nodule); or taking up less (a "cold" nodule). Because cancer is rarely found in hot nodules, a scan showing a hot nodule eliminates the need for fine needle biopsy. If a hot nodule causes hyperthyroidism, it can be treated with radioiodine or surgery."
What plants does have root nodule?
they have got a root nodule
How does arthritis affect your organs?
There is inflammation in your joints so if arthritis is not slowed then it can affect other organs and systems of the body including:· Heart: A collection of fluid around the heart from inflammation is not uncommon in rheumatoid arthritis. This usually causes only mild symptoms, if any, but it can be very severe. Rheumatoid arthritis-related inflammation can affect the heart muscle, the heart valves, or the blood vessels of the heart (coronary arteries).· Lungs: Rheumatoid arthritis' effects on the lungs may take several forms. Fluid may collect around one or both lungs and is referred to as pleuritis. Less frequently, lung tissues may become stiff or overgrown, referred to as pulmonary fibrosis. Any of these effects can have a negative effect on breathing.· Kidneys: The kidneys are not usually affected directly by rheumatoid arthritis. Kidney problems in rheumatoid arthritis are much more likely to be caused by medications used to treat the condition.· Blood vessels: Inflammation of the blood vessels can cause problems in any organ but are most common in the skin, where they appear as purpura or skin ulcers.· Blood: Anemia or "low blood" is a common complication of rheumatoid arthritis. Anemia means that you have an abnormally low number of red blood cells and that these cells are low in hemoglobin, the substance that carries oxygen through the body. (Anemia has many different causes and is by no means unique to rheumatoid arthritis.) A low white blood cell count (leukopenia) can occur from Felty's syndrome, a complication of rheumatoid arthritis that is also characterized by enlargement of the spleen.· Eyes: The eyes commonly become dry and/or inflamed in rheumatoid arthritis. This is called Sjögren syndrome. The severity of this condition depends on which parts of the eye are affected. There are many other eye complications of rheumatoid arthritis that often require the attention of an ophthalmologist.
Who nodule is more dangerous hot nodule or cold nodule?
Only a doctor can order the tests to determine if any thyroid nodule is dangerous. A thyroid uptake scan will help your doctor determine if your thyroid is hot (active) or cold (inactive).
What is a singer's nodule?
A singer's nodule, also known as a screamer's nodule or a teacher's nodule, is a small, inflammatory or fibrous growth on the vocal cords. It typically occurs in people who constantly strain their voices.
Hard nodule at bottom back ribcage about 4in to the right of the spine nodule is immobile and bone hard it is 2in long and half inch wide over 2 ribs hurts pelvis when pressed and recent sciatic pain?
It sounds a little like a rheumatoid nodule However although these are hard to the touch they are not quite as hard as bone, I would be inclined to see my doctor with it just in case it is something that requires immediate attention. Waiting around hoping that lumps in your body will go away is an unwise coarse of action.
