Osteoarthritis of the ankle. X-ray showing osteoarthritis in the ankle of a 68-year-old male patient. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that results in the loss of cartilage in the joint. When bone surfaces become less well protected by cartilage,bone may be exposed and damaged,causing pain and swelling in the affected joint. Treatment is with painkillers,or surgery in extreme cases | |
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Credit: | Science Photo Library / Marazzi, Dr. P. |
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