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Suggest Treatment For Osteoarthropathy

im a doctor my self..i have clubbing for a long time..im 23 now,but i remember having clubbing since 15..its now grade 3..no family history of similar complaints..im a little worried that i may have hypertrophic osteoarthropathy..but i do not have any other symptoms at all..i auscalted my self and is negative for any findings..got myself checked when i was 17 or 18 but it dint reveal anything..suggest me something..im planning on getting a x ray chest and of the phalanges
Thu, 23 Jul 2020
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Hello,

Clubbing can be seen without any underlying lung condition or major illness. You can go for an X-ray for reassurance.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain
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Suggest Treatment For Osteoarthropathy

Hello, Clubbing can be seen without any underlying lung condition or major illness. You can go for an X-ray for reassurance. Hope I have answered your queries. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain