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Arthritis

Arthritis occurs in several forms and involves inflammation of joints accompanied by pain, swelling and stiffness. The most common type is osteoarthritis, the "wear and tear" arthritis that usually affects the knee or hip. Autoimmune conditions cause rheumatoid arthritis, while dietary habits or bacterial infections cause gout or infectious arthritis.
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Added condition on November 18, 2009 - 3:16pm

Hi I'm Niccolinas (@mamapr), I'm pretty laid back, love to cook, avid runner, dog lover and PR gal. I strongly believe that, if you are not doing what you love.. it hurts to see others who are. ...

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I am 31 years old, I broke my back 8 years ago at L1, i have metal fixators fitted, i get unbelieveable back pain from this injury. I suffer from Osteoarthritis in my left hip and I am getting a ...

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