Arthritis: Symptoms & Signs (Joint Inflammation)

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Alternate Names : Joint Inflammation

Symptoms vary according to the type of arthritis and how severe it is. However, common symptoms include the following:

difficulty with weight-bearing activities, such as walking, bending, and moving

joint deformity

joint pain and swelling

joint stiffness, especially in the early morning

limping or making other adjustments to protect the affected joint

warmth or redness in a joint

weakness of the joint

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Author: John A.K. Davies, MD
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 08/01/01

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