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Culleoka, AL
A 29-year-old female asked:

Had csection this past oct & a month later my knee was causing discomfort &swelling 6month later both knees hurt & stiff hurts to walk purple splotchy legs. hair loss.hands & now left wrist & bend of arm is swelling & feels stiff & causing discomfort?

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Dr. Ralph Boling
Obstetrics and Gynecology 41 years experience
Could be a : flare up of a known or previously undiagnosed, auto immune disease, such as systemic lupus. A visit with your doctor for an exam and testing is very appropriate.
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