1 At the ends of each of our chromosomes are sections of DNA called telomeres. 2  Telomeres protect the ends of the chromosomes during DNA replication by forming a cap, much like the plastic tip on a shoelace.
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common type of finger arthritis. OA is also called degenerative joint disease because it is caused by wear and tear on your joints as you age. In OA, the protective tissues in your joints deteriorate with time allowing bare bone to rub on bone. This cause joint pain and swelling.
A common thread involved in all these conditions is joint pain and inflammation. Rheumatoid arthritis is a type of arthritic condition which involves pain and inflammation in joints of the fingers, wrist and feet. Gender, genetics and age are considered to be the prime causes of this disorder. Rheumatoid arthritis is the autoimmune form of arthritis.