Arthritis
Osteoarthritis
Also called degenerative arthritis, osteoarthritis occurs
when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down.
Weight-bearing joints (hips and knees), the vertebral
column, and the hands are primarily affected. Typical
onset of osteoarthritis is age 60 and above with women
being affected two times more often than men.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
In this form of arthritis, the immune system attacks the
lining, or synovial membrane, of the joints. Joint damage
can become severe and deforming. Rheumatoid arthritis
involves the whole body, and may also cause fatigue,
weight loss, and anemia and may also affect the lungs,
heart, and kidneys. In the early stage of the disease,
there may be complaints of joint stiffness, swelling, pain,
fatigue, and generalized weakness and morning
stiffness. Typical onset is from 35-45 years of age with
women being affected three times more often than men.
Psoriatic Arthritis
It affects about 5% to 10% of people who have
sporiasis, a skin condition characterized by a scaly, itchy
rash, usually o the elbow, knees, and scalp. The joint
pain associated with psoriatic arthritis is often
associated with stiffness, especially in the morning.
Neck and back pain are particularly common. Though
usually not deforming, psoriatic arthritis can greatly
impact quality of life.
For Additional information, please visit Johns Hopkins
Arthritis Center by clicking below:
www.hopkins-arthritis.edu
Also called degenerative arthritis, osteoarthritis occurs
when the cushioning cartilage in a joint breaks down.
Weight-bearing joints (hips and knees), the vertebral
column, and the hands are primarily affected. Typical
onset of osteoarthritis is age 60 and above with women
being affected two times more often than men.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
In this form of arthritis, the immune system attacks the
lining, or synovial membrane, of the joints. Joint damage
can become severe and deforming. Rheumatoid arthritis
involves the whole body, and may also cause fatigue,
weight loss, and anemia and may also affect the lungs,
heart, and kidneys. In the early stage of the disease,
there may be complaints of joint stiffness, swelling, pain,
fatigue, and generalized weakness and morning
stiffness. Typical onset is from 35-45 years of age with
women being affected three times more often than men.
Psoriatic Arthritis
It affects about 5% to 10% of people who have
sporiasis, a skin condition characterized by a scaly, itchy
rash, usually o the elbow, knees, and scalp. The joint
pain associated with psoriatic arthritis is often
associated with stiffness, especially in the morning.
Neck and back pain are particularly common. Though
usually not deforming, psoriatic arthritis can greatly
impact quality of life.
For Additional information, please visit Johns Hopkins
Arthritis Center by clicking below:
www.hopkins-arthritis.edu
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