Arthritis And Rheumatic Diseases

“Arthritis” means joint inflammation. Although the inflammation in joint tissue fall within the extensive category of rheumatic diseases that is characterized by inflammation (signs include redness or heat, swelling, and symptoms such as pain) and loss of function of one or more connecting or supporting structures of the body. Such disorder targets the joints, tendons, ligaments, bones, and muscles. Common signs and symptoms of arthritis including pain, swelling, and stiffness followed by the effects on internal organs. There are more than 100 rheumatic diseases that collectively affect more than 46 million Americans.