A disease characterized by pain and stiffness in the joint due to swelling of the joint lining (synovium) -

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Rheumatoid arthritis

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The correct option is C Rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is a consequence of changes in the body's immune system which (for reasons not fully understood) attacks the soft tissue of the joints causing inflammation, swelling and pain.The joint is contained within a joint capsule, which is lined by a synovial membrane (synovium). A sprain is a stretch or tear of a ligament while a strain is an injury to a muscle or tendon. Osteoarthritis (OA) is a type of joint disease that results from the breakdown of joint cartilage and underlying bone.

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