Short answerYou cannot safely rule out infection from an online checklist. A first or uncertain hot swollen joint should be assessed, especially with fever, chills or feeling very unwell.
You cannot safely rule out infection from an online checklist. A first or uncertain hot swollen joint should be assessed, especially with fever, chills or feeling very unwell.
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General information only. New, severe or uncertain symptoms need appropriate clinical assessment.
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