Arthritis and rheumatic diseases in general

Generic term for diseases with increased concentrations of uric acid in the body, re-occurring attacks of joint inflammation caused by crystallization of the synovial fluid, accumulation of uric acid in the joint cavities (tophi), and kidney problems.

Arthrose ist ein voranschreitendes, degeneratives Leiden, das besonders in den gewichtstragenden Gelenken auftritt. In erster Linie verschleißt der Knorpel.

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic, autoimmune disease which attacks the body's synovial membranes and joints but also other parts of the body. The disease can cease but often leaves behind side effects such as chronic handicaps.