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Would someone get arthritis from a habit of biting down on his fingers?

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Dr. Tracy Lovell answered

See below: That should not be associated with causing arthritis in your fingers.

Dr Krauser agreed

Answered 7/24/2013

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A member asked:

Would someone get arthritis from a habit of biting down on his fingers?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tracy Lovell answered

Dr Krauser agreed

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