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2. Arthritis - Wikipedia

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   In rheumatoid arthritis, most damage occurs to the joint lining and cartilage which eventually results in erosion of two opposing bones. RA often affects joints in the fingers, wrists, knees and elbows, is symmetrical (appears on both sides of the body), and can lead to severe deformity in a few years if not treated. RA occurs mostly in people ...

3. Common Causes of Arthritis for Women (& How to Treat It) - AOL

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   Arthritis can impact any joint in the body. The joints most commonly affected can also vary by the type of arthritis. In osteoarthritis, weight-bearing joints are often involved — think knees ...

4. Acquired hand deformity - Wikipedia

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   Rheumatoid arthritis is a primary cause of swan-neck deformity due to the presence of inflammation of the joints. [11] Additionally, swan-neck deformity can be caused by weakening or tearing of the ligament and tendon on the middle joint of a finger. [10]

5. Rheumatoid arthritis - Wikipedia

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   A diagram showing how rheumatoid arthritis affects a joint Hand deformity, sometimes called a swan deformity, in an elderly person with rheumatoid arthritis. Arthritis of joints involves inflammation of the synovial membrane. Joints become swollen, tender and warm, and stiffness limits their movement.

6. What Causes Joint Pain? A Complete Guide, From Symptoms to ...

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   Joints of the hand, including the wrist and fingers. Joints of the foot, including the ankle and toes ... While arthritis is a very common cause of joint pain, it’s certainly not the only one ...

7. Osteoarthritis - Wikipedia

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   The most commonly involved joints are the two near the ends of the fingers and the joint at the base of the thumbs, the knee and hip joints, and the joints of the neck and lower back. [1] The symptoms can interfere with work and normal daily activities. [1] Unlike some other types of arthritis, only the joints, not internal organs, are affected ...