Osteoarthritis (cont.)
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- Osteoarthritis Overview
- Osteoarthritis Causes
- Osteoarthritis Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Osteoarthritis Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medical Treatment
- Medications
- Surgery
- Next Steps
- Follow-up
- Prevention
- Outlook
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- Viewer Comments: Osteoarthritis - Symptoms at Onset of Disease
Next Steps
Follow-up
Use medications in the prescribed manner and watch for side effects. This is especially important with the NSAIDs. Acetaminophen, however, may also have side effects if you take too much or if you have liver disease.
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Osteoarthritis - Symptoms at Onset of Disease
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The symptoms of osteoarthritis can vary greatly from patient to patient. What were your symptoms at the onset of your disease?
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common articular disease worldwide, affecting over 20 million individuals in the United States alone.

