Symptoms of Arthritis , Causes, Types & Treatment

Below are the different types and symptoms of arthritis:

🦴 Symptoms of Arthritis and Pain (Joint or Muscle Pain)
✅ Common Symptoms of Arthritis:

 

1. Joint Pain

   • Pain in knees, hands, lower back, neck, or feet

   • The pain may worsen over time

2. Morning Stiffness

   • Joints feel stiff or tight after waking up

   • Usually lasts 30 minutes or longer

3. Swelling in Joints

   • Joints may appear swollen, warm, or red

4. Limited Mobility

   • Difficulty bending or moving the affected joints

   • Walking or physical activity may become painful

5. Cracking or Popping Sounds

   • Clicking or grinding sounds when moving the joints

6. Persistent Pain

   • Pain that stays for weeks or months and may affect multiple joints

Pain that stays for weeks or months and may affect multiple joints
🧬 Types of Arthritis and Their Symptoms:

Type	Symptoms
Osteoarthritis	Age-related, joint wear and tear (especially knees, hips); pain and swelling
Rheumatoid Arthritis	Autoimmune disease; morning stiffness and swelling in multiple joints
Gout	Sudden, intense pain, usually in the big toe; redness and swelling
Cervical or Lumbar Spondylosis	Neck or lower back pain; tingling, stiffness, or limited movement
Reactive Arthritis	Joint pain following an infection (often urinary or intestinal)

🩺 When to See a Doctor:

• If the joint is red, swollen, or warm

• If the pain lasts more than a few weeks

• Sudden, severe pain in any joint

• Difficulty in walking or doing daily activities

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💡 General Management Tips:

• Light exercise and weight management

• Hot or cold compresses on painful joints

• Pain relief medications (only with a doctor’s advice)

• Include calcium and vitamin D-rich foods

• Ensure proper rest and joint protection