Arthritis is inflammation in a joint that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness. It’s very common, but not all joint pain is due to arthritis. This can make dealing with joint pain tricky, especially if you’re not sure of the cause.
There are many different types of arthritis, and the right treatment depends on the type. The first step is to figure out what’s causing your joint pain. The most common type is osteoarthritis, and it often affects the hands, hips, knees, and spine. If you’re wondering if you have osteoarthritis, this quiz will help.
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Mandy Armitage, MDMandy Armitage, MD, has combined clinical medicine with her passion for education and content development for many years. She served as medical director for the health technology companies HealthLoop (now Get Well) and Doximity.
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Karla Robinson, MDKarla Robinson, MD, is a medical editor for GoodRx. She is a licensed, board-certified family physician with almost 20 years of experience in health through varied clinical, administrative, and educational roles.
