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Osteo Myelitis Symptoms
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common joint disorder.
Alternative Names
Hypertrophic osteoarthritis; Osteoarthrosis; Degenerative joint disease; DJD; OA; Arthritis - osteoarthritis
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Osteoarthritis is caused by 'wear and tear' on a joint.
- Cartilage is the firm, rubbery tissue that cushions your bones at the joints, and allows bones to glide over one another.
- Cartilage can break down and wear away. As a result, the bones rub together, causing pain,...
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Osteoarthritis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Hypertrophic osteoarthritis; Osteoarthrosis; Degenerative joint disease; DJD; OA; Arthritis - osteoarthritisSymptomsPain and stiffness in the joints... Read more »
Osteoarthritis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Hypertrophic osteoarthritis; Osteoarthrosis; Degenerative joint disease; DJD; OA; Arthritis - osteoarthritisTreatmentOA cannot be cured. It will also... Read more »
Osteomalacia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Bone fractures that happen with very little injuryMuscle weaknessWidespread bone pain, especially in the hipsSymptoms may also occur due to low... Read more »
Amelogenesis imperfecta
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
The enamel of the tooth is soft and thin. The teeth appear yellow and are easily damaged. Both baby teeth and permanent teeth are affected.See also:... Read more »
Osteogenesis imperfecta
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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