Arthritis,

 Arthritis is a general term used to describe inflammation of the joints. It refers to a group of more than 100 different conditions that affect the joints, tissues around the joint, and other connective tissues. The most common symptoms include:

Joint pain

Swelling

Stiffness

Reduced range of motion

Redness and warmth around joints (in some types)

Common Types of Arthritis:

👉 Osteoarthritis (OA)

Most common form

Caused by wear and tear of joint cartilage

Common in older adults

👉Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

An autoimmune disease

The immune system attacks the joints

Can affect other parts of the body, like the lungs or eyes

👉Psoriatic Arthritis

Occurs in some people with psoriasis (a skin condition)

Affects both the skin and joints

👉 Gout

Caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints

Often affects the big toe

👉 Ankylosing Spondylitis

Primarily affects the spine

Can lead to fusion of the vertebrae

👉Juvenile Arthritis

Affects children under the age of 16

Autoimmune in nature

👉Causes and Risk Factors:

Age

Genetics

Joint injuries

Obesity

Autoimmune issues

Infections (in some cases)

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