Synovitis

Synovitis is the medical term for inflammation of a synovial membrane, which line those joints which possess cavities. The condition is usually painful, particularly when the joint is moved. The joint usually swells due to fluid collection.

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Synovitis is a risk in several forms of arthritis as well as lupus, gout and other conditions. Synovitis is one part of distinguishing rheumatoid arthritis from other forms of arthritis. Long term occurrence of synovitis can result in degeneration of the joint.

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Symptoms of synovitis can be treated by a doctor with anti-inflammatory drugs including such as NSAIDs. Specific treatment depends on determining the cause of the synovitis.

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Inflammation: Inflammation is the first response of the immune system to infection or irritation and may be referred to as the innate cascade. Inflammation is characterized by the following quintet: redness (rubor), heat (calor), swelling (tumor), pain (dolor) and dysfunction of the organs involved (functio laes...

Synovial membrane: Synovial membrane (or synovium) is the soft tissue that lines the non-cartilaginous surfaces within joints with cavities (synovial joints)....

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