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Arthritis

Arthritis is a term often used to mean any sickness that impacts joints. Symptoms normally include joint pain and stiffness. Other symptoms may consist of redness, warmth, swelling, and decreased range of movement of the affected joints. In some types of arthritis, different organs also are affected. Onset can be gradual or sudden. There are over 100 kinds of arthritis. The most common paperwork is osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis typically happens with age and affects the fingers, knees, and hips. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune sickness that regularly influences the fingers and feet. Other types consist of gout, lupus, fibromyalgia, and septic arthritis. They are all forms of rheumatic disorder. Treatment may consist of resting the joint and alternating between applying ice and heat. Weight loss and exercise will also be useful. Recommended medications may depend upon the shape of arthritis. In Australia approximately 15% of people are affected, while in the United States greater than 20% have a form of arthritis. Overall the disease turns into greater commonplace with age. Arthritis is a commonplace reason that human beings pass over work and can result in a decreased fine of life.

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