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Arthritis

Arthritis affects over 3 million people in the US each year, making it the most common chronic illness in the United States.

Arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain and stiffness that can become worse with age.

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What is arthritis?

When your joints swell and there is tenderness, you are experiencing arthritis. Arthritis is a term to refer to joint pain and join disease. There are over 100 different types of arthritis, ranging from those related to wear and tear of cartilage to those associated with inflammation resulting from an overactive immune system.

Arthritis is the most common chronic illness in the United States and the nation’s number one cause of disability.

Symptoms of Arthritis

Arthritis Treatment

While arthritis cannot be cure, treatments can help reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.

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How to Manage Arthritis

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention outline 5 key tips for managing Arthritis.

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This medical information has been reviewed for accuracy by Dr. Robert Biernbaum, Chief Medical Officer for WellNow Urgent Care.