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What causes joint and wrist swelling with positive CRP and negative RF?

Asked by Male, 45 · 2 months ago

Dr Y Thulasi

Dr Y Thulasi

Pharm-D (Post baccalaureate)

2 months ago

Seronegative inflammatory arthritis, early rheumatoid arthritis, or other autoimmune disorders are frequently indicated by joint and wrist swelling with elevated CRP but negative RF.?This can also be caused by infections, gout, or connective tissue disorders, which require additional medical testing.
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  1. Possible Causes:a. Inflammatory conditions like rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can cause joint and wrist swelling.b. Other possibilities include psoriatic arthritis, lupus, or gout.

  2. CRP and RF Interpretation:a. Positive CRP indicates inflammation.b. Negative RF suggests non-RA inflammatory conditions.

  3. Recommended Actions:a. Consult a rheumatologist for further evaluation.b. Consider imaging and additional blood tests for accurate diagnosis.

  4. Medication Insight:a. Medrol (Methylprednisolone) may be prescribed to reduce inflammation.b. Follow the doctor's dosage instructions and monitor for side effects.

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