Knee arthritis could become easier to detect and diagnose thanks to a new test involving the lubricating fluid inside the joint. A new study shows that arthritis of the knee often is diagnosed in its ...

Elbow joint effusion refers to swelling in the elbow joint due to a buildup of fluid. It results from inflammation and can happen for various reasons. Possible causes of elbow joint effusion include a ...

Transient synovitis and septic arthritis both affect the legs or hips and typically occur in children. One resolves on its own, but the other can be life threatening. Transient synovitis, also called ...

Septic arthritic is considered a medical emergency because it can cause serious joint damage and can be fatal if not treated early. Septic arthritis is inflammation to your joint fluid and joint ...

Septic arthritis of the knee involves a sudden, severe infection in one or both knee joints. Without treatment, it can impair mobility, lead to permanent damage, or even be fatal. Septic arthritis is ...