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About Dr. Robert J. Emery: Dr. Robert J. Emery is vice president for Safety, Health, Environment and Risk Management at UTHealth.

About Dr. Charles D. Ericsson: Dr. Charles D. Ericsson is a professor and head of clinical infectious diseases in the Department of Internal Medicine at UTHealth Medical School.

Health Tip

Common Signs of Arthritis

May is Arthritis Awareness Month. Arthritis is a disorder that involves inflammation of one or more joints. It commonly occurs at the fingers, knees, hip, neck or spine. Arthritis may also limit physical activity, causing muscle weakness, loss of flexibility and decreased fitness levels.

Common symptoms of arthritis disorders include:

Localized pain in the affected area
Weight loss
Poor sleeping patterns
Muscle aches and pains
Difficulty moving the joint
Limited range of motion
Deformity of the joints
Occasional swelling and tenderness

Source: UT System Living Well Platform

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