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What do you advise if i'm having symetric joint pain, stiffness and swelling, could this be ra?

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Dr. Janiece Stewart answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Yes: Yes, it could be. I recommend you get in to see your doctor as there are further tests that can be done to determine if this is RA or another autoimmune process occurring.

Answered 6/5/2014

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