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What is "mild acetabular articular sclerosis?" can it be a cause of pain?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

X ray cause of pain: X-ray finding may or may not be cause of pain. Need good history and physical exam to better decide.

Answered 8/17/2017

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