Guest guest Posted August 22, 2005 Report Share Posted August 22, 2005 My dr. thinks that I might have RA. The blood test showed at RA factor of 37 but my x-rays looked negative. The aches in my hands and fingers (more prominent in one hand) come and go. I had a painful gout like pain in my foot about a month ago, although I am not the profile of someone who would have gout. My dr. has referred me to a rheumatologist. Might I still have RA if the x-rays came out negative? Can the x-rays be negative in the beginning of the disease? I am 37 years old and have had these symptoms for about 5 months. Thank you very much for any help. I am learning a lot from this group and your posts. -Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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