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Hey i am 16 years olds and i am a wrestler and i recently noticed that my knuckles are red now i am scared that i might have dermatomyositis what should i do ? i live in florida which right now is cold and i lift weights?
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Red knuckles : There are many causes of red knuckles. Dermatomyositis is not very common. This condition required examination of many body parts and extensive blood work. If there are other symptoms of the skin, muscles and joints, see your physician.
Answered 2/4/2021
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