Why is there swelling?

I thought RA attacks joints only, why is there swelling on the side of my hand?

Yes I have swelling on my fingers

I am responding well to Celebrex 200mg and have an appointment with a Rheumatologist in 2 weeks to discuss my lower back MRI

I thought RA attacks joints only, why is there swelling on the side of my hand?

Yes I have swelling on my fingers

I am responding well to Celebrex 200mg and have an appointment with a Rheumatologist in 2 weeks to discuss my lower back MRI