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A 47-year-old female asked:

For about 3 months my hands & wrists ache & hurt so bad, it feels like theyre broke. plus they swell. the veins in my hands & wrists keep swelling & getting knotts in them. and they burn & sting up to elbows. the pain keeps getting more intense ?

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Dr. Al Hegab
Dr. Al Hegabanswered
Allergy and Immunology 42 years experience
Time to be seen : Arthritis, is what you have, start with your primary doctor for initial evaluation and possible referral to a rheumatologist, don't waste time online, good luck
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Dr. Al Hegab
Dr. Al Hegab commented
Allergy and Immunology 42 years experience
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You are most welcome, wish you all the best
Sep 30, 2019
Last updated Sep 30, 2019

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