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My dads elbow is swollen, painful and he says he feels feverish. it started today. is this an emergency?
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Likely: A swollen and painful joint with fever can indicate infection. It should be evaluated in an ER where xrays or other tests can be done to determine nature of problem and appropriate treatment.
Answered 11/16/2014
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