Risk factors include family history, increased age, obesity, previous injury. Rheumatoid arthritis mostly occurs in women whereas gouty arthritis occurs more common in men.
Diagnosis
Type of arthritis can be determined by analyzing the body fluids such as blood, urine and join fluid. Imaging modality also helps in diagnosis.
Treatment
Treatment consists of relieving symptoms and improving joint function. Medication like NSAIDs, counter irritants, steroids can help relieving pain and reduce inflammation.
DMARDs (Disease Modifying Anti Rheumatoid Drugs) slow the progression of rheumatoid arthritis: Physical therapy may be helpful in some type of arthritis.
If conservative measure doesn’t help, surgical procedures like joint repair or joint replacement can be done.
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