20 Important Things Doctors Wish You Knew About Arthritis

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Even if it is a very common medical condition, arthritis is not well understood. Also, if you thought that only older folks have arthritis, you are completely wrong. People of all ages, genders and races can and do have arthritis, and it is actually the leading cause of disability in the United States.

According to the Arthritis Foundation, the most common type of arthritis is osteoarthritis, followed by gout, psoriatic arthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis

Unfortunately, there is no cure for any of them, but science has made several breakthroughs in comprehending how to treat and act towards the inflammation and pain that come with the condition.

Here’s a list of things doctors wish you knew about arthritis.

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