Human Anatomy
Human Anatomy
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ISBN: 9780135168059
Author: Marieb, Elaine Nicpon, Brady, Patricia, Mallatt, Jon
Publisher: Pearson Education, Inc.,
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The types of arthritis and its cause.

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Arthritis is a group of diseases that cause inflammation of joints. The joints are the articulation points for two bones. Arthritis causes pain, hardness, and swelling in the joints. The most common types of arthritis include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and gouty arthritis.

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