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Arthritis: Know the early signs
While there are different types of arthritis, most begin with these common symptoms:
- difficulty with daily activities, like walking the stairs, opening doors, etc.
- fatigue
- pain in the joints
- stiffness and loss of motion
- swelling around the joints
If you notice those symptoms, don't put off seeing your doctor. The earlier you find out you have arthritis, and the earlier you begin treating it, the more effective your treatment will be.
Related Links
Source: Arthritis Foundation; M Weinblatt, The Arthritis Action Program, A Harvard Medical School Book, Simon and Schuster, New York, New York 10020; H McIlwain, D Bruce, Stop Osteoarthritis Now! Simon and Schuster, New York, New York, 10020; United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
First published: 05/31/2001
Last updated: 12/06/2006
Reviewed by: Paul Kleeberg, MD, medical director, Allina.com