Very possibly: Joint pain and/or swelling means arthritis. You need to see a rheumatologist asdap.
Answered 3/5/2013
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It could be...: Pain could result from different reasons, of which may include: trauma (fracture, tendon or ligamentous tear, arthritis), infection, metabolic conditions (gout) musculoskeletal or biomechanical abnormality, or neurologic conditions (neuropathy). A thorough history and physical exam and possibly laboratory and radiology exams could determine the cause. If symptoms persist get it evaluated.
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