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What Causes Swelling And Pain In The Hands And Shoulders?

83 year old male, possible prostate cancer, but doctors said it s not an issue now and chose no treatment. Has swollen hands, severe pain in arms and shoulders, pain in back of thighs and has high blood pressure. No strength in arms, can t turn ignition in car, doctor took x-rays no broken bones, what could be some possible causes?
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Pain and swelling in your shoulders, arms and hands could be a symptom of a variety of conditions, including arthritis, a traumatic injury or an illness.

Your doctor will make a diagnosis based on your gender, age and a more in-depth examination of your symptoms. For example, swelling in your joints could be a type of arthritis, while swelling in your muscles could be from a strain or injury.

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What Causes Swelling And Pain In The Hands And Shoulders?

Hi, Pain and swelling in your shoulders, arms and hands could be a symptom of a variety of conditions, including arthritis, a traumatic injury or an illness. Your doctor will make a diagnosis based on your gender, age and a more in-depth examination of your symptoms. For example, swelling in your joints could be a type of arthritis, while swelling in your muscles could be from a strain or injury. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.