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What can cause stiff arm joints and fluid collection?

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Dr. Gregory Harvey answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Stiff arms: You may have some type of inflammatory condition. Try an over the counter anti-inflammatory. If no improvement get a medical evaluation.

Dr Hadied agreed

Answered 9/9/2013

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