In reply to steve2006:
> (In reply to tlm) thanks this was exactly what I need to read. I was considering ignoring it but now I will consult a doctor.
Mind you, my hubby and his dad both have it and don't have any problems, and I have it (so small, you can't see it, just feel it) in one hand and it doesn't seem to get any worse... in fact, I've met quite a lot of people who don't do anything at all about it and it doesn't cause them problems...