Asked in PMC Practice Test 35 (2021) 2021

All of the following are types of inflammatory arthritis except:

Correct answer: D. Osteomyelitis

  • A. Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • B. Osteoarthritis
  • C. Gouty arthritis
  • D. Osteomyelitis

Explanation

The correct answer is osteomyelitis. Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone, not an inflammatory arthritis. It can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. It is usually treated with antibiotics, but in some cases, surgery may be necessary. The other three conditions, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and gouty arthritis, are all inflammatory arthritides.

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Arthritis refers to disorders involving inflammation, damage or degeneration of joints, causing pain, stiffness and restricted movement. Coverage includes osteoarthritis caused mainly by cartilage wear and rheumatoid arthritis caused by autoimmune inflammation, which must be distinguished from osteoporosis, a disease of bone density.

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