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I Have Swollen Lymph Nodes . I Have Seen My
Question: I have swollen lymph nodes. I have seen my regular doctor several times, had blood work. RA came back elevated. now I am seeing a arthritis doctor, had blood work done with him, X-rays on my hips and knees, now he wants to have an MRI on hips. Is this a normal course of action for this situation or should I seek a different doctor, and if so what type of doctor.
Brief Answer:
Arthritis
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for asking
To diagnose arthritis, your doctor will consider your symptoms, perform a physical exam to check for swollen joints or loss of motion, and use blood tests and X-rays to confirm the diagnosis. X-rays and blood tests also help distinguish the type of arthritis you have.MRI may be used olso
This is the normal curse in your case in my opinion
Regards
Arthritis
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for asking
To diagnose arthritis, your doctor will consider your symptoms, perform a physical exam to check for swollen joints or loss of motion, and use blood tests and X-rays to confirm the diagnosis. X-rays and blood tests also help distinguish the type of arthritis you have.MRI may be used olso
This is the normal curse in your case in my opinion
Regards
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