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Can an injury lead to arthritis in the same spot?
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Yes: Yes, it's called traumatic or post-traumatic arthritis.
Answered 1/23/2012
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Yes: Post-traumatic arthritis or degenerative joint disease is a well-recognized medical condition. If you injure a joint, injury to the cartilage or bony surfaces may lead to arthritic changes in that joint.
Answered 3/2/2016
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