Arthritis can cause severe pain in the joints. Doctors may recommend over-the-counter pain relief, topical applications, steroid injections, and prescription drugs based on the individual’s level of pain.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 58.5 million people in the United States he arthritis. The Arthritis Foundation adds that 1 in 4 people experience severe pain, giving their pain a seven or higher on a scale of 0–10.
Arthritis can cause permanent changes to the joint. Although it can affect all people, it occurs most commonly in older people and both men and women in the United States.
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