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Arthritis is inflammation of the joints. It can occur in any joint, including the spine and jaw. Signs of arthritis include painful or stiff joint movement, joint swelling, decrease in activity, reluctance to jump, decreased grooming habits and a grating sensation during joint movement. Arthritis can also cause fever and redness of the skin over the joint.
Polyarthritis is inflammation of several joints at the same time. It is often associated with complex internal disease.
Causes of arthritis include degeneration from aging, inherited condition, infection, injury, blood diseases, allergic or immune mediated disease, and cancer.
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