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Will a knee X-ray show arthritis?

I am a 40 year old female. I wonder if a knee X-ray will show arthritis?

5 Answers

Yes, it should show moderate to severe arthritis. It should show mild degree of arthritis, but sometimes it will be hard to see.
Thank you for your question. Please bear in mind the different types of arthritis. Yes, an X-ray will show arthritic change depending on the type and stage of the process.
Be well and be safe.

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