Different types of arthritis exist, each with different causes including wear and tear, infections, and underlying diseases.

Symptoms include pain, swelling, reduced range of motion, and stiffness.

Pain areas: in the joints, ankle, back, fingers, hands, muscles, neck, or wrist

Pain types: can be intermittent or sharp

Pain circumstances: can occur while sitting

Joints: stiffness, tenderness, or swelling

Muscular: decreased range of motion, difficulty walking, or muscle weakness

Hand: bump on the finger or bony outgrowth in fingers or toes

Whole body: fatigue or malaise

Also common: flare, physical deformity, redness, or stiff neck