Arthritis

High school (ages 12+)
Human Body

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/arthritis

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the etymological origin?Greek 'arthron' (joint) + 'itis' (inflammation)
2. What is the prevalence of osteoarthritis?The most common type of arthritis
3. Why do my joints feel stiff sometimes?Stiffness happens when the joint tissues get irritated or worn out. This can be caused by wear and tear, infections, or the body’s own immune system.
4. What can cause arthritis?Arthritis can start from many things: old age wear, injuries, infections, or the body’s immune system attacking the joint. It can also be linked to other health problems.

Pathogenesis: The development and progression of a disease.
Chondrocytes: Cells responsible for maintaining and repairing articular cartilage.
Cytokines: Small proteins that help cells communicate, often involved in inflammation.