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Ra blood test neg. joint pain and stifnes in simetrical joints. low grade fever now and then. gp just said take pain meds. what could this be?

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Many possibilities: Suggest you see a rheumatologist for a second opinion. This could be infective, could be autoimmune, other. Good luck.

Answered 10/30/2013

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see details: There are many causes for your symptoms. See a rheumatologist for a proper evaluation.

Dr Raff agreed

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