Osteoarthritis (IMAGE)

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Osteoarthritis

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This illustration shows a joint with severe osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis wears away the cartilage at the ends of the bones. Spurs then grow out from the edge of the bone and synovial fluid increases. This may cause the joint to feel stiff and sore.

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Credit: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases.

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