Symptoms of Arthritis

 The symptoms of arthritis include pain and limited function of joints. Inflammation of the joints from arthritis is characterized by stiffness, swelling, redness, and warmth of joints. Sensitivity of the inflamed joint can be present.

Many forms of arthritis, because of them are rheumatic diseases, can cause symptoms affecting various organs of the body that do not directly involve the joints. Therefore, symptoms in some patients with certain forms of arthritis can also include fever, swollen glands (lymph nodes), weight loss, fatigue, feeling unwell, and even symptoms from abnormalities organs such as the lungs, heart, or kidneys.