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There are several types of arthritis, the most prevalent of which are rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is also known as degenerative joint disease, and it is associated with aging. The primary identifiable cause of osteoarthritis is.

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• Rheumatoid arthritis • Osteoarthritis – degenerative joint

disease, associated with aging• Primary identifiable cause is wear and tear

on the joints – naturally occurs with aging

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• Autoimmune disorder• Causes inflammation and damage to

joints• Commonly appears in middle age• More common in women• Can affect children and young adults

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• Inflammation of the skin and joints• Psoriasis is a common skin disorder• Inflammation can also affect the joints,

causing psoriatic arthritis• 10% of patients with psoriasis will develop

psoriatic arthritis• Can also cause inflammation in eyes,

heart, kidneys, or lungs

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• Chronic pain in affected area• Pain and stiffness in joints, especially

those with previous injury• Pain and stiffness more noticeable after

immobility, such as overnight• Swelling

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• Hip, knee, wrist pain• Pain, stiffness, swelling in finger joints• Warm sensation in affected area• Presence of symptoms in same areas on

both right and left sides of the body

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• Limited ability to move the joint• General feeling of fatigue throughout the

entire body• Fever

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• Joint deformity• Patient’s mobility can be significantly

affected• Necessary use of mobility aids• Persistent symptoms should not be

ignored• Early diagnosis and treatment key to

slowing progression

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• Physical therapy• Other natural and homeopathic remedies• Improve symptoms and slow progression• Herbal and mineral formulations can

improve elasticity of ligaments and lubricate the joint

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• Antler arthritis is a term used to describe treatments using velvet of deer antlers

• Deer have ability to regenerate antlers• Same properties may have healing

properties for humans

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• Visit your practitioner at your first concern• Proper diagnosis is the first step to an

effective treatment plan• http://www.megavista-health.com/

articles/health-conditions/common-signs-and-symptoms-of-arthritis

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• Megavista Health is a website dedicated to positive, holistic health and nutrition

• Learn more about the various types of arthritis and other health conditions by visiting our website

• http://www.megavista-health.com