Swelling of the second and third joints of the fingers may be caused by trauma or diseases such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis of the fingers.
1. Trauma: When the fingers are stimulated by impact, extrusion and other traumatic injuries, it may lead to the release of many inflammatory factors in the affected area, so that the intracellular tissue fluid seeps outward, leading to swelling and pain in the affected area, and symptoms of the second and third joints of the fingers are swollen. Orthopedic consultation is recommended.
2. Osteoarthritis of the fingers: Osteoarthritis of the fingers may lead to enlargement of the second and third joints of the fingers, which is a degenerative change, and the symptoms become more serious with age.
3. Rheumatoid arthritis: patients with rheumatoid arthritis may have symptoms of enlargement of the second and third joints of the fingers, and it is recommended to consult the Department of Rheumatoid Immunology.
There are many reasons for the enlargement of the second and third joints of the fingers. It is recommended to consult the orthopedic department or rheumatology department of the hospital for relevant examinations to find out the cause of the disease and treat it as soon as possible.