Asymmetrical Joint Pain
To experience joint pain on one side of the body only is not uncommon. Asymmetrical joint pain can occur with types of arthritis, illnesses, injuries, tight muscles and trigger points. Asymmetrical joint pain is no better or worse than symmetrical pain.
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Arthritis
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Reactive and psoriatic arthritis can cause asymmetrical joint pain. Psoriatic arthritis is an inflammatory joint condition that may be accompanied by psoriasis (skin condition that causes itching, redness and dryness); reactive arthritis results after an infection in the body.
Tendinitis
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Tendinitis is bone attachment inflammation (ligaments and tendons) and often this condition will feel like joint pain. Tendinitis often affects only one area. Calcific tendinitis causes extra bone growth or calcium deposits on the joint.
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Injuries
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Falls, car accidents, overuse injuries from repetitive motions, and sports injuries can lead to joint pain. The joint pain associated with injuries may be asymmetrical depending on the site and type of injury.
Trigger Points
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Trigger points are knots or sensitive points on a particular muscle. These can often refer pain to other areas of the body, according to Valerie DeLaune, a trigger point expert and author. The trigger point location may cause one-sided joint pain.
Other Causes
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Illnesses like the Epstein-Barr viral syndrome, Lyme disease and even the flu can cause joint pain that is asymmetrical. Osteomyelitis, a bone infection, can lead to painful joints on one or both sides of the body. Conditions like depression and anxiety also can cause asymmetrical joint pain.
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