A 37-year-old member asked:
What can cause synovitis?
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Dr. Daniel Massanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 47 years experience
Many things: Overuse, injury, degenerative arthritis or inflammatory arthritis like rheumatoid arthritis. If the inflamation persists see a physician for a work up.
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A 23-year-old member asked:
What is synovitis?
4 doctor answers • 8 doctors weighed in
Dr. Peter Corradoanswered
Family Medicine 42 years experience
Inflamation: The synovium is part of the lining of a joint. It produces fluid that helps lubricate the joint and keep it moving smoothly. Synovitis is inflamation of the synovial tissue. It may be caused by infection or by chronic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis. Untreated it can cause lasting joint damage. If you have pain and swelling in a joint or joints see an orthopedist or rheumatologist
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A 35-year-old member asked:
What will cause synovitis?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Daniel Massanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 47 years experience
Many things: Overuse, injury, degenerative arthritis or inflammatory arthritis like rheumatoid arthritis. If the inflamation persists see a physician for a work up.
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5.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Dec 17, 2014
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