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What Causes Extreme Pain In The Body With Swelling In Arms And Legs?

My grandson is 27 yrs. old and he said he has been laying down all day cause it hurts for him to walk and can t get up. His legs and arms. are swollen. I felt this way yrs. ago when I was diagnosed with RA could it be the same for him? Cancel this!!! I will take him to the doctor for consultation. Thank You!!1
Fri, 1 Feb 2019
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Hello,

Yes, the best thing to do in your case is to consult with a rheumatologist.

He needs to undergo a series of diagnostic tests and start immediate treatment.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Extreme Pain In The Body With Swelling In Arms And Legs?

Hello, Yes, the best thing to do in your case is to consult with a rheumatologist. He needs to undergo a series of diagnostic tests and start immediate treatment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician