WHAT IS ARTHRITIS??

Arthritis (from Greek arthro-, joint + -itis, inflammation; plural: arthritides) is a group of conditions involving damage to joints of body.
The most common forms are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. The 2 forms have very different causes, risk factors and effects on the body, yet they often share a common symptom-persistent joint Pain. The joint pain of arthritis can appear as hip pain, knee pain, hand pain or wrist pain, as well as joint pain in other areas of the body. If you have joint pain, stiffness and/or swelling for more than 2 weeks, you may have arthritis. Make an appointment with your doctor.