Arthritis & Rheumatic Diseases - Overview & Types | NIAMS
Jun 5, 2025 · Find information about more than 20 different arthritic diseases (those that affect the joints) and rheumatic diseases (which usually affect joints, tendons, ligaments, bones, and …
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin …
Arthritis and Rheumatic Diseases Arthritis is a type of rheumatic disease. Rheumatic diseases usually affect joints, tendons, ligaments, bones, and muscles.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms, Causes, & Risk Factors | NIAMS
What is rheumatoid arthritis? It is a disease that affects multiple joints, resulting in pain, swelling, and stiffness. Tiredness and fever may also be present.
Rheumatoid Arthritis: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to Take
What is rheumatoid arthritis? It is a disease that affects multiple joints, resulting in pain, swelling, and stiffness. Tiredness and fever may also be present.
Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis | NIAMS
Polymyalgia rheumatica and giant cell arteritis are closely linked inflammatory conditions. PMR causes muscle pain and stiffness in the shoulders, upper arms, hip area, and neck. GCA …
Health Topics | NIAMS
Jun 6, 2025 · Find information on diagnosis, treatment, and prevention for a range of health conditions related to arthritis, musculoskeletal, and skin diseases.
NIAMS Hope Center | NIAMS
Jan 28, 2025 · The NIAMS Hope Center is a clinical research site where NIAMS researchers provide rheumatology specialty care, gather health information to answer research questions …
NIAMS Community Health Clinic
Feb 5, 2025 · The NIAMS Community Health Clinic is a clinical research site where NIAMS researchers provide rheumatology specialty care, gather health information to answer …
Sjogren's Disease Symptoms - Dry Mouth & Eyes | NIAMS
Sjogren's disease is an autoimmune disorder that affects the glands that make moisture in the body. Most common symptoms are dry mouth & eyes. Learn more.
Scleroderma Symptoms, Types, Causes, & Risk Factors | NIAMS
Scleroderma causes areas of tight, hard skin, but can also harm your blood vessels and organs. Learn the causes and treatments of this skin disease.