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Complications of Osteoarthritis

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Overview

Most people find osteoarthritis to be a nuisance that eventually becomes significant enough to affect their daily activities. And sometimes there are more serious complications.

Possible complications of osteoarthritis include:


Credits for Complications of Osteoarthritis

Current as of: July 17, 2023

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