Arthritis is a general term for a group of diseases
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Arthritis is not a single disease but is a general term for more than 100 diseases which involve inflammation of the joints.
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis
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In Osteoarthritis, the part that forms the surface of the joints and covers the bones becomes thinner due to which the bones grind together, thereby inflaming the joints.
Men are more affected by arthritis than women
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Men and women are equally prone to arthritis. However, studies in some countries have shown that more women suffer from arthritis than men.
The progression of arthritis can be slowed down with a healthy lifestyle
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Studies have shown that adopting a healthy lifestyle like a balanced diet and regular exercise can slow the progression of arthritis.
Arthritis only affects people of old age
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This is a myth. Arthritis can affect anyone regardless of their age including children, although such cases are rare.
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