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By Carol & Richard Eustice, About.com Guides to Arthritis

Arthritis: 10 Things You Should Know

Thursday February 15, 2007
Arthritis is a complex disease with overlapping symptoms. Arthritis comprises over 100 different diseases and conditions. Men, women, children and people of all racial and ethnic groups are affected. Arthritis is not just an older person’s disease. Nearly two-thirds of people with arthritis are younger than age 65, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Over 1 in 5 Americans report doctor-diagnosed arthritis, making arthritis one of the nation’s most common health problems. If you have been diagnosed with arthritis, it is important to learn all that you can about the disease. Beyond the myths and misinformation, there are 10 Things You Should Know About Arthritis.

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