Arthritis is a broad term for various joint diseases, each with unique symptoms, causes, and treatments. The most common types include:

• Osteoarthritis (OA): Joint cartilage degeneration, typically in hips, knees, and hands.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): An autoimmune disorder affecting joints body-wide.
• Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA): Linked with psoriasis, it causes joint pain and stiffness.
• Gout: Severe joint pain from uric acid crystals, often in the big toe.
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