Arthritis
(Science: rheumatology) An inflammatory condition that affects joints. Can be infective, autoimmune, traumatic in origin.
Origin: gr. Arthron = joint
inflammation of a joint or joints.A condition that results in inflammation of the joints causing pain when moved.
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