CLINICAL ENCOUNTERS
OSTEOPOROSIS
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Question
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What statement below does not describe Osteoarthritis (OA)?
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Weight, family history and occupation are some of the risk factors of OA.
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Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, it is an autoimmune condition.
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OA doesn’t have a cure.
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Losing as little as 5 pounds can help decrease the symptoms of OA.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Osteoarthritis is not an autoimmune disease, and although the exact causes are not known, multiple risk factors have been identified. In a healthy joint, cartilage provides cushioning and a smooth joint surface for motion.
Detailed explanation-2: -Knees. The knees are among the joints most commonly affected by osteoarthritis.
Detailed explanation-3: -Joint space narrowing. Osteophytes. Articular irregularity and/or sclerosis. Sub-cortical cysts (geodes) Intra-articular loose bodies. Note: Erosions are NOT a feature.
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