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Is it normal for poly arthritis to get worse with the flu. ive had rheumatic fever as an adult. the arthritis never cleared up completely. normal?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Normal: It would be common for someone with poly arthritis to have worsening of joint pains from some stress like the flu

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Is it normal for poly arthritis to get worse with the flu. ive had rheumatic fever as an adult. the arthritis never cleared up completely. normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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