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My 78 year old father woke up with a very sore hand & wrist (both sides). three days later (today) the wrist is visibly swollen. what could this be?
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Arthritis: Few conditions can cause such symptoms including gout or rheumatoid. It doesn't sound like an infection but your still need to take your dad to his doctor for evaluation. Best wishes
Answered 9/15/2015
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