Arthritis is a condition defined by inflammation in one or more joints, causing pain and stiffness that worsens with age. There are over 100 types of arthritis with different symptoms and causes. It commonly affects the joints but can also impact surrounding tissues and connective tissue. Arthritis affects over 180 million people in India. Common types include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and those caused by infection or metabolic issues like gout. Symptoms include swelling, pain, and stiffness in the joints. Diagnosis involves physical exams, imaging tests, and lab work. Treatment options include medications, surgery, physical therapy, assistive devices, weight loss, and lifestyle changes.

1. Arthritis
CAUSES | SYMPTOMS | TREATMENT

2. INTRODUCTION TO ARTHRITIS
Arthritis is defined as inflammation of one or more
joints, leading to pain and stiffness that can worsen
with age. There are as many as 100 types of arthritis
with distinctive symptoms and causes. Arthritis affects
the joints, the tissue that surrounds the joint and
tissues connected with joints. Arthritis affects more
than 180 million people in India.

3. CONTINUE :- INTRODUCTION
Arthritis is mainly divided into groups which are described
below:
 Connective Tissue Disease (CTD)- Connective Tissue is the
tissue that holds together or divides other body tissues and
organs. Pain in the joints is a common symptom of CTD.
Scleroderma and dermatomyositis are popular examples of
CTD.
 Rheumatoid Arthritis- Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic
autoimmune disease that affects both the joints of the hand,
wrist or knee. It can occur in any age group and often results
in long lasting stiffness and fatigue.

4. CONTINUE :- INTRODUCTION
 Metabolic Arthritis- Uric acid is a chemical developed as
a body classifies the substance called purine, which is
found in human cells and food. This arthritis creates
sudden spikes of unbearable joint pain and even gout
attack.
 Infectious Arthritis- This arthritis is the result of virus or
fungus that enters the joint and stimulates
inflammation.

5. CAUSES OF ARTHRITIS
There is no definite cause of arthritis. Causes of arthritis
depend upon the particular form of arthritis. Probable
causes of arthritis are:
 Infection
 Immune system dysfunction
 Injury
 Genetic
 Unusual Metabolism

6. SYMPTOMS OF ARTHRITIS
 Swelling-Arthritis causes an abnormal enlargement of a part
of the body. This is due to the accumulation of fluid.
 Pain- The feeling of constant pain in the many parts of the
body.
 Stiffness- Stiffness in the muscles upon waking up, or sitting
at one place for long, upon waking up in the morning or
after sitting at a desk. One may feel stiffness in finger, wrist,
elbow, knees, ankles, shoulder or in any other joint.
 Fever, chills, fatigue, loss of appetite and headaches are some
other common symptoms of arthritis.

7. DIAGNOSIS OFARTHRITIS
Diagnosis of the arthritis disease is done, to know its current
and past status. The combination of radiography, laboratory
test and physical examination may be carried out. Diagnostic
tests to diagnose arthritis include:
 Ultrasound
 MRI
 Blood Culture
 Joint X-Ray
 Tear Test
 Thyroid Function Test
 Uric Acid Test

8. TREATMENT FOR ARTHRITIS
Arthritis can be treated by following methods:
 Medication
 Joint Replacement Surgery
 Physical Therapies
 Joint Assistive Aids
 Weight Loss

9. PREVENTION FROM ARTHRITIS
Following methods are used in order to prevent arthritis:
 Stay Active
 Diet Rich In calcium
 Rest
 Control Weight Gain
 Plenty of water intake
 Yoga and other light exercise

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