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Is it possible for degenerative joint disease of the knees to lead to congestive heart failure?

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Dr. Gutti Rao answered

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No: Degenerative joint disease per se cannot cause chf. But using antiinflammatories for a long time may cause chf.

Answered 12/9/2013

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