Osteoarthritis
Moderateहिंदी: कूल्हे में दर्द · தமிழ்: இடுப்பு வலி · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಸೊಂಟದ ನೋವು · తెలుగు: తుంటి నొప్పి · বাংলা: নিতম্বে ব্যথা · मराठी: नितंबात दुखणे · ગુજરાતી: નિતંબમાં દુખાવો
About this condition
Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disorder in India, especially in people over 50 years and those who are overweight. Cartilage in joints wears down causing pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility, commonly affecting knees, hips, and hands. Weight loss, exercise, pain relievers, and physiotherapy help manage symptoms.
Common symptoms
joint painmorning stiffnesspain worsens with activityknee painreduced movementjoint swelling
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When to see a doctor: within a week
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Osteoarthritis?
joint pain, morning stiffness, pain worsens with activity, knee pain, reduced movement, joint swelling.
When should I see a doctor?
within a week
Is Osteoarthritis common in India?
Osteoarthritis is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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