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I have an ear infection in my right ear, is that why my ra hurts most in my right knee?

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Dr. Betty Keller answered

Not related: The ear infection in your right ear is not directly related to your right knee pain.

Answered 9/24/2011

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Dr. Mark Diamond answered

No: The "sidedness" we think is totally not connected.

Answered 10/13/2011

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A member asked:

I have an ear infection in my right ear, is that why my ra hurts most in my right knee?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Betty Keller answered

Dr. Mark Diamond answered

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