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Does hypothyroidism cause joint pain and swelling ? (e.g. finger joint, elbow joint )
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It can: Through different mechanisms, generalized edema or swelling, myopathy or muscle inflammation or direct joint effusions or fluid accumulation.
Answered 2/21/2020
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