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Medical Conditions - Joint Swelling

Joint swelling is usually associated with joint pain. It can occur in gout, ankylosing spondylitis, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, local injury, infection, psoriasis, osteoarthritis, etc. Treatment option includes adequate rest with elevated leg and ice compress for swelling and pain due to local injury or trauma. For inflammatory etiology, painkillers can help.

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