
Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms, Causes, & Risk Factors | NIAMS
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that affects multiple joints, resulting in pain, swelling, and stiffness. Tiredness and fever may also be present.
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Symptoms, Types, Causes | NIAMS
The most common type of long-lasting arthritis that affects children is juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Symptoms include joint pain, swelling, warmth, & stiffness.
Rheumatoid Arthritis: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to Take
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that affects multiple joints, resulting in pain, swelling, and stiffness. Tiredness and fever may also be present.
Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis | NIAMS
Flu-like symptoms, including low-grade fever, weakness, loss of appetite, and weight loss. Occasional swelling of the wrists or joints in the hands. The symptoms of polymyalgia …
Sjogren's Disease Symptoms - Dry Mouth & Eyes | NIAMS
The main symptoms are dry eyes and mouth, but other parts of the body may be affected as well, with many people reporting fatigue and joint and muscle pain. In addition, the disease can …
Ankylosing Spondylitis Symptoms & Risk Factors | NIAMS
Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of arthritis that affects the spine. Learn about symptoms, risk factors, & possible causes.
Arthritis - Overview and Types | NIAMS
Common symptoms of arthritis include pain, redness, heat, and swelling in your joints. If you have arthritis, it is important for your doctor to diagnose the type of arthritis you have so that you can …
Reactive Arthritis Symptoms, Causes, & Risk Factors | NIAMS
Reactive arthritis is a form of spondyloarthritis, a group of arthritis conditions that typically involve the sacroiliac joints in the lower back, and entheses (places where tendons or ligaments attach …
Arthritis & Rheumatic Diseases - Overview & Types | NIAMS
Jun 5, 2025 · Find information about more than 20 different arthritic diseases (those that affect the joints) and rheumatic diseases (which usually affect joints, tendons, ligaments, bones, and …
Osteoporosis Causes, Risk Factors, & Symptoms | NIAMS
Other medical conditions. Some medical conditions that you may be able to treat or manage can increase the risk of osteoporosis, such as other endocrine and hormonal diseases, …