Diseases
arthritis
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Overview
Arthritis is the swelling and tenderness of one or more joints.
Symptoms
- redness
- swelling
- depending on the type of arthritis, signs and symptoms may include: pain
- stiffness
- decreased range of motion
Causes
- the most common type of arthritis, osteoarthritis involves wear-and-tear damage to a joint's cartilage. it also causes changes in the bones and deterioration of the connective tissues
- rheumatoid arthritis : the body's immune system attacks the lining of the joint capsule becoming inflammed and swollen
Risk factors
- family history. some types of arthritis run in families.
- age . the risk of many types of arthritis increases with age.
- your sex . women are more likely than men to develop rheumatoid arthritis
Diagnosis
- magnetic resonance imaging (mri)
- x-rays.
- ultrasound.
- computerized tomography (ct)
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is arthritis?
Arthritis is the swelling and tenderness of one or more joints.
What are the symptoms of arthritis?
redness, swelling, depending on the type of arthritis, signs and symptoms may include: pain, stiffness, decreased range of motion
What causes arthritis?
the most common type of arthritis, osteoarthritis involves wear-and-tear damage to a joint's cartilage. it also causes changes in the bones and deterioration of the connective tissues; rheumatoid arthritis : the body's immune system attacks the lining of the joint capsule becoming inflammed and swollen
Which medicines are used for arthritis?
ketoprofen
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