Gout is a condition that causes inflamed, painful joints. The symptoms are caused by deposits of urate crystals at the joints.

Detailed information on the most common types of arthritis and other rheumatic diseases, including ankylosing spondylitis, bursitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia, gout, infectious arthritis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, lyme disease, low back pa

Carpal tunnel syndrome causes problems in your hand and wrist. Learn more about this condition, including cause, risk factors, symptoms, and treatment.

Bursitis is inflammation of the fluid-filled sac (bursa) that cushions and reduces friction between tissues of the body. Read on to learn details about this condition.

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a type of arthritis that affects the spine. Read on to learn details about this condition, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Arthritis is a category of rheumatic diseases. Read on to learn more about these conditions and the types of health care providers who treat them.

Angina pectoris is chest pain or a feeling of chest discomfort that occurs when a part of your heart doesn't get enough blood and oxygen. Learn more about angina, including causes, risks, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

Detailed information on wheat allergy, a type of food allergy. Includes how to read a label for a wheat-free diet and tips when dining out.

Detailed information on hives, including what foods and medicines commonly cause them.

An aneurysm is a bulging, weak area in the wall of a blood vessel. Learn more about this condition, including causes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.