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My husband is 64, had a lowgrade fever of 100 degrees f, and extreme fatigue. his right elbow is red, hot, and swollen.
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See physician: Fever and red, hot swollen elbow sounds like infection. Should immediately see physician for examination and imaging. Infection if not treated can destroy a joint and bones in the region. Fatigue can occur in this age related to infection or some other underlying process.
Answered 5/31/2013
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Seek care: The elbow is a complicated part of the body, and infections can spread to the joint, the bones, or the bursa. He needs to be evaluated to see if he needs antibiotics, cultures, or other management. I hope he feels better soon.
Answered 8/26/2018
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