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Ok hi i have a swollen wrist joint and it is red what dose that mean it dose not really hurt i can move evey finger but idk what is wrong please help?

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Wrist concern: Should see doc, may need xray; could have nondisplaced fracture, especially if h/o injury

Answered 6/8/2014

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Could be: many things. If an injury could be a sprain or fracture. If no injury arthritis, connective tissue disorders and autoimmune conditions or infections are among the differentials

Answered 6/11/2014

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