Does arthritis cause carpol tunnel syndrome?

[Jab]

I have rheumatiod arthritis and recently having problems with pins and needles in my hands. Every morning for the past week I have awoke with terrible pain with the pins and needles which today has still not completely cleared.Is this linked ? (not seeing doctor until next week)

[stumpydon]

As far as I know there is not a link but I know the feeling, I just cant stand the thought of another op to put it right, I have Osteo arthritis.

[ARLENE B]

I have osteoarthritis and get this quite often. A friend of mine has rheumatoid arthritis and has had carpal tunnel in both wrists for years. She is finally have the surgery. I'm sure your doctor appointment next week will explain what it could be. Good luck!