Arthritis is a group of more than 100 different diseases. It is also a type of rheumatic disease. Rheumatic diseases may cause pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints. They can also cause pain in other body structures such as muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones. But rheumatic diseases can also affect other areas of the body such as internal organs. Some rheumatic diseases affect connective tissues (connective tissue diseases). Others may be caused by an autoimmune disorder. This means the body's immune system attacks its own healthy cells and tissues. Arthritis and other rheumatic diseases may be treated by your doctor or other healthcare providers. Several doctors from different medical specialties may work on treatment at the same time. This team approach is especially important to help manage the symptoms of a rheumatic disease. Many symptoms are long-term (chronic) and change in severity over time. A primary care doctor is the healthcare provider you see for general health care. This doctor has special training in general internal medicine, family practice, or another first-level-of-care area.
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