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Introduction
Arthritis refers to inflammation of the joints. It is a rheumatic condition that is used to describe more than a hundred joint conditions, or conditions affecting tissues surrounding the joints, as well as other connective tissues.
It is characterized by the swelling or tenderness of the joints which causes pain or stiffness. Arthritis can get worse with age and in some cases, is influenced by genetics.
There are at least 200 types of arthritis, but the two most common types are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Arthritis is common amongst older adults aged 65 and above, but it can still affect anyone, including children.
Arthritis can impair a person’s ability to perform daily tasks and typically doesn’t have a cure. Treating arthritis focuses more on alleviating pain and discomfort to improve a person’s overall quality of life.
Treating arthritis also depends on which type of arthritis a person has. To properly treat arthritis, one needs to determine their type, as each condition may have various treatment options.
This report discusses five different types of arthritis.
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