Chronic Inflammation of Bones and Joints Due to Degenerative Changes

question 205

Multiple Choice

Chronic inflammation of bones and joints due to degenerative changes in cartilage:

• A) Ankylosing spondylitis
• B) Rheumatoid arthritis
• C) Chondromalacia
• D) Osteoarthritis
• E) Systemic lupus erythematosus

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