Definition
A broad term for joint inflammation characterised by pain, swelling, and reduced range of motion. Includes osteoarthritis (wear-and-tear), rheumatoid arthritis (autoimmune), gout, and over 100 other sub-types.
Arthritis
Modern MedicalArthritis is a broad term for inflammation of the joints, causing pain, swelling, stiffness and reduced movement. There are over 100 types. The most common are osteoarthritis, from wear and tear of joint cartilage, rheumatoid arthritis, where the immune system attacks the joints, and gout, caused by uric acid crystals. At AVN Arogya, rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis are among the forms we assess and treat.
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