Elbow Pain

Based on your answers, common causes of your joint pain include

• rheumatoid arthritis (or a related condition, such as psoriatic arthritis or Reiter's syndrome)

• gout (especially if you are male)

• infection (less likely but always a possibility when pain is significant, especially if swelling is present).

While over-the-counter pain medicines, a brace, rest and ice may be helpful, it is important that you see a physician to evaluate these symptoms. Continue below to learn more about these and other causes of elbow pain.

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