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crepitus is not a *sign* - that is probably

Posted By: incorrect information you're giving.....sm on 2006-07-17
In Reply to: I would still say crepitus sign.nm - me

Subject: crepitus is not a *sign* - that is probably

There are many signs but crepitus and crepitation is not a *sign*........


To the OP - look up signs and syndromes in Dorland's.......and then symptoms if you cannot find the sign.





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