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... joints . This is followed by the gradual appearance of frank joint inflammation in the form of pain , swelling , redness , warmth , and tenderness . The symptoms usually originate in the small joints of the hands and feet but in most ...
... joints . This is followed by the gradual appearance of frank joint inflammation in the form of pain , swelling , redness , warmth , and tenderness . The symptoms usually originate in the small joints of the hands and feet but in most ...
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... joint . In a small minority of cases , the disease pur- platelet counts ( thrombocytopenia ) are also charactersues a rapidly progressive course marked by relentless istic ; these , too , can often be traced to the presence of joint ...
... joint . In a small minority of cases , the disease pur- platelet counts ( thrombocytopenia ) are also charactersues a rapidly progressive course marked by relentless istic ; these , too , can often be traced to the presence of joint ...
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... joint disease . In addition to the aging process , there are a variety of predisposing conditions as well as local joint factors that influence the site and severity of degeneration of joint cartilage . These include excessive wear and ...
... joint disease . In addition to the aging process , there are a variety of predisposing conditions as well as local joint factors that influence the site and severity of degeneration of joint cartilage . These include excessive wear and ...
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