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I have an area on my forearm by my elbow that is swollen and extremely painful to touch it's not red, warm and no rash just came out of nowhere ideas?

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Dr. Elise Sadoun answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

See a doctor: Swelling and extreme pain are signs of infection or other serious problem. Please see a doctor as soon as possible. Good luck.

Answered 2/18/2014

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A member asked:

I have an area on my forearm by my elbow that is swollen and extremely painful to touch it's not red, warm and no rash just came out of nowhere ideas?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Elise Sadoun answered

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