Rheumatoid arthritis is the most common inflammatory arthritis which leads to swelling and pain in many joints, often in a symmetric pattern. Early and effective therapy is essential to control symptoms and minimize joint damage.

Psoriatic arthritis is an inflammatory arthritis seen in approximately 20% of psoriasis patients.

Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect any organ in the body producing a myriad of symptoms and leading to its nickname as “the great masquerader”. This is often diagnosed in young women.

Gout is a disorder causing abrupt episodes of severe joint pain often involving lower extremity joints, particularly the big toe.

Ankylosing spondylitis is an inflammatory form of arthritis typically seen in young men that affects the spine and large joints like hips and knees preferentially.

Polymyalgia rheumatica is a common inflammatory condition seen in older individuals. Presenting symptoms are aching and stiffness in the shoulder and hip girdles.