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Stiff finger joints every morning. Is it arthritis?

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Hello doctor,

I get stiff joints in the fingers (like an elastic effect) when I get up from bed in the morning. I also get ankle pain. After a few movements, I am fine. I consulted a rheumatologist who mentioned that it is psoriatic arthritis. My joint pain is very mild and comes only when I am idle for a long time. Please let me know why I have this joint pain and what type it is.
Answered by Dr. Ashaq Hussain Parrey

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Dr. Ashaq Hussain Parrey is a doctor who completed his MBBS and MD in General Medicine from Sher - i - Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences and has over 17 years of experience in clinical practice. He is currently working as Assistant professor medicine, Rheumatology Government Medical College Srinagar.

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Hello,

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I went through your post. You have inflammatory joint pain which is causing stiffness of the joints once they are rested. This is called the jelly phenomenon. If you have psoriasis or any member in your family has psoriasis then one can call it psoriatic arthritis. The condition generally starts before 40 years of age. However, your age is 44. So, you will need an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) of the sacroiliac joints to confirm the diagnosis and a power Doppler of any joint which has swelling to confirm arthritis Tests like anti-CCP (cyclic citrullinated peptide), ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate), RF (rheumatoid factor) will be needed to rule out rheumatoid arthritis.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Hemalatha
Published At November 15, 2017
Reviewed At July 2, 2026

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ashaq Hussain Parrey is a doctor who completed his MBBS and MD in General Medicine from Sher - i - Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences and has over 17 years of experience in clinical practice. He is currently working as Assistant professor medicine, Rheumatology Government Medical College Srinagar.

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Dr. Hemalatha is a dedicated Dental Surgeon with expertise in preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dental care. She is passionate about promoting oral health and creating personalized treatment plans to suit each patient’s needs. Her clinical approach emphasizes patient comfort, precision, and long-term dental wellness, ensuring a positive and reassuring experience for every individual under her care.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ashaq Hussain Parrey is a doctor who completed his MBBS and MD in General Medicine from Sher - i - Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences and has over 17 years of experience in clinical practice. He is currently working as Assistant professor medicine, Rheumatology Government Medical College Srinagar.

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