Arthralgia - Symptoms - Better Medicine

What are the symptoms of arthralgia?

The primary symptom of arthralgia is joint pain. The pain may be described as sharp, dull, stabbing, burning or throbbing. It may range in intensity from mild to severe. The joint pain may appear suddenly or develop and worsen over time.

Common symptoms of arthralgia

You may experience arthralgia symptoms daily or just once in a while. Any of these arthralgia symptoms can be severe:

Burning feeling
Itching feeling
Numbness
Pain or tenderness
Redness, warmth or swelling
Reduced mobility (range of motion of the joints)
Stiffness
Tingling or other unusual sensations

Symptoms that might indicate a serious condition

In some cases, arthralgia can be a serious condition that should be immediately evaluated in an emergency setting. Seek immediate medical care (call 911) if you, or someone you are with, have any of these serious symptoms including:

Bone protruding from the skin
Extensive bleeding
Fever not associated with flu symptoms
Severe joint pain
Sudden development of joint deformity

INTRODUCTION

What is arthralgia?

Arthralgia is pain in one or more of your joints. The pain may be described as sharp, dull, stabbing, burning or throbbing, and may range in intensity from mild to severe. There are many causes of arthralgia, including injury, infection, arthritis, and other ailments. The most common cause is arthritis, which is inflammation of the joints. There are many different types of arthritis.... Read more about arthralgia introduction

CAUSES

What causes arthralgia?

There are many causes of arthralgia. Arthralgia with sudden joint pain may be caused by an injury, while arthralgia that develops and worsens over time may be due to an underlying disease or disorder. The most common cause of arthralgia is arthritis, which is inflammation of the joints.... Read more about arthralgia causes

TREATMENTS

How is arthralgia treated?

Treatment for arthralgia begins with seeking medical care from your health care provider. Treatment will vary depending on the joint that is affected, the severity of the pain, and the underlying cause. Treatment will address the underlying cause and will aim to alleviate or manage symptoms.... Read more about arthralgia treatments