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Case summary:
There are swelling and pain in the big toe of Mike, who is 42 years old. His grandfather, as well as father, also experienced the same symptoms. Arthritis was detected in his toe.
Characters in the case:
Mike, who is suffering from arthritis.
Adequate information:
The pain and swelling in the big toe are due to arthritis.
To determine:
Basis of swelling and pain in the toe, determine the kind and the cause of arthritis in the patient.
Given information:
A 42 years old patient named Mike is suffering from arthritis and shows symptoms of swollen big toe which are extremely painful. Patient’s grandfather, as well as father, also experienced the same symptoms.
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