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Joint Swelling
Alternate Names : Finger Swelling, Hip Swelling, Knee Swelling, Swelling of a Joint, Toe Swelling
DefinitionSwelling occurs in the joints when fluid accumulates in the soft tissue, such as "water on the knee."
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Overview & Considerations
Joint swelling may occur along with joint pain.
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• Definition
• Joint Swelling: Overview & Considerations
• Joint Swelling: Common Causes
• Joint Swelling: Home Care & Treatment
• Call your Health Care Provider if
• What to Expect at your Health Care Provider's Office
• Pictures & Images
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Tests & Exams
• Blood Differential
• CBC
• Joint X-Ray
Other Topics
• Fever
• Joint Pain
• Physical Examination
• Rashes
• Swelling
Review Date : 11/14/2002
Reviewed By : Thomas N. Joseph, M.D., Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU/Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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