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Both of my knees are almost bone to so i get injections but now my legs are swilling, is the swilling because of my knees or what?

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Dr. Chan Hwang answered

Joint effusions: You are likely experiencing joint effusions, a common problem in people suffering from arthritis.

Dr Eitner and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/21/2019

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A member asked:

Both of my knees are almost bone to so i get injections but now my legs are swilling, is the swilling because of my knees or what?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Chan Hwang answered

Dr Eitner and another doctor agreed

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