Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What causes rheumatism?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Osteoarthritis: Rheumatism is an older generic term for arthritic type of aches and pains. It is not a specific diagnosis. It can have many causes but most often is a term used for osteoarthritic pain.
Answered 6/26/2014
5.2k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
Intermittent episodes intense burning pain in right foot when walking. Doc says no neuropathy, maybe hairline fracture, gout rheumatism? Other causes?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
How does palandromic rheumatism manifest itself?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
What causes rheumatism artritis?
Gouty arthritis is caused by high level of uric acid in the blood. What causes rheumatism?
Can high sugar in the blood cause rheumatism?
Do meats cause rheumatism and arthritis?
Is taking a bath after a hard days work a cause for rheumatism? Or does it have any negative effect?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
