Arthritis is not a single disease, but is a term used to include joint pain and joint disease. It is a painful condition of the joints that involves stiffness and inflammation, which can worsen with age.
A degeneration of joint cartilage and the underlying bone. It is common among adults who are middle aged or older. It is especially common in the hip, knees, and thumb joints. It is the wearing down of the protective tissue at the ends of bones — specifically joints.
Individuals who deal with the skin condition psoriasis are likely to deal with psoriatic arthritis. Some of the common symptoms such as joint pain, stiffness, and swelling can flare and subside. A common symptom that many people report is marked stiffness in the morning.
This disorder causes inflammation in the joints, especially the hands and feet. The body’s immune system attacks its own tissues, including joints, and in severe cases, internal organs. The inflammation can cause bone erosion and joint deformity.
As the name implies, this is an infection of the joint and may also be referred to as septic arthritis. It occurs when an infection spreads to the joint or the fluid surrounding the joint. The infection can enter the body as a result of surgery, an open wound, or an injection.