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What does it mean by mild joint effusion with synovitis?

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Inflammation : It suggests some inflammation in the joint. Can be from sprain or trauma or other conditions like rheumatoid. Please follow up with your doctors. Best wishes

Dr Keith and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/8/2015

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