The Cartilage on the Ends of Wendell's Joints Is Deteriorating

question 106

Multiple Choice

The cartilage on the ends of Wendell's joints is deteriorating.Around age 65,he developed bony lumps on the end of the joints on his fingers.Recently,he has been experiencing joint pain,swelling,and some loss of flexibility.Wendell probably has __________.

• A) rheumatoid arthritis
• B) osteoarthritis
• C) osteoporosis
• D) diabetes mellitus

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