Arthritis
Arthritis is inflammation of one or more joints, which results in pain, swelling, stiffness, and limited movement. There are over 100 different types of arthritis. See also: Joint pain... More »
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Alternate Name(s): Joint inflammation ... Arthritis involves the breakdown of cartilage. Cartilage normally protects the joint, allowing for smooth movement. Cartilage also absorbs shock when pressure is placed on the joint, like when you walk. Without the usual amount of cartilage, ...
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a long-term disease that causes inflammation of the joints and surrounding tissues. It can also affect other organs. ... Causes Return to top...
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Arthritis can be the result of age and overuse, in the case of osteoarthritis. Autoimmune arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, is caused when the immune system starts to attack itself. Look here for more information: http://ww...
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Calcium deposits build up in the joints and joints deteriorate as one gets older. Arthritis is when you get pains in the joints of your muscles. You can't get rid of it, but you can take medication for it. That is not the only reason for ar...
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Some of the risk factors that can cause arthritis include:
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Arthritis symptoms include pain, joint inflammation and swelling. Get the facts on arthritis types, causes, research information, statistics and diagnosis. ... The causes of arthritis depend on the form of arthritis. Causes include injury (leading to osteoarthritis), metabolic abnormalities (such as gout and...
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Lower Back Pain - Get information on causes of lower back pain (arthritis, pregnancy, herniated disc, sciatica, spinal stenosis, endometriosis, ovarian cysts), includes back pain treatment and diagnosis.
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Information on the causes, symptoms and risks of arthritis. ... What are the causes and risks of arthritis?; OSTEOARTHRITIS; ... Rheumatoid arthritis is caused by an autoimmune disorder.
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Causes of Arthritis including triggers, underlying medical cause of Arthritis, risk factors, and what causes Arthritis. ... Misdiagnosis of Medication Causes of Arthritis...
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