Arthralgia
Joint pain.
Also called: Arthralgias, Joint pain, Arthritic pain, Joint pains.
Conditions associated with arthralgia
The following conditions have been associated with arthralgia in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Acromegaly
Acromegaly is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Acute adrenal insufficiency
Acute adrenal insufficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Acute interstitial pneumonia
Acute interstitial pneumonia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Addison disease
Addison disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Adiposis dolorosa
Adiposis dolorosa is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Adult-onset Still disease
Adult-onset Still disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
African trypanosomiasis
African trypanosomiasis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Aggressive systemic mastocytosis
Aggressive systemic mastocytosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Angiostrongyliasis
Angiostrongyliasis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Anti-glomerular basement membrane disease
Anti-glomerular basement membrane disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms ...
Antisynthetase syndrome
Antisynthetase syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Arachnoiditis
Arachnoiditis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Autoerythrocyte sensitization syndrome
Autoerythrocyte sensitization syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and...
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia, warm type
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia, warm type is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and...
Autoimmune hepatitis
Autoimmune hepatitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Babesiosis
Babesiosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Behçet disease
Behçet disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Bethlem myopathy 1A
Bethlem myopathy 1A is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Blau syndrome
Blau syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Boutonneuse fever
Boutonneuse fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Brucellosis
Brucellosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Bursitis
Inflammation of the fluid-filled sacs (bursae) that cushion joints, causing pain and swelling, often in the sh...
CINCA syndrome
CINCA syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Chikungunya
Chikungunya is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Chronic graft versus host disease
Chronic graft versus host disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sign...
Classical Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
Classical Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Classical-like Ehlers-Danlos syndrome type 1
Classical-like Ehlers-Danlos syndrome type 1 is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympto...
Cold agglutinin disease
Cold agglutinin disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever
Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cryoglobulinemic vasculitis
Cryoglobulinemic vasculitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cryptogenic organizing pneumonia
Cryptogenic organizing pneumonia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Dengue fever
Dengue fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Dermatomyositis
Dermatomyositis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Distal Xq28 microduplication syndrome
Distal Xq28 microduplication syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and ...
Ebola hemorrhagic fever
Ebola hemorrhagic fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis
Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
Fabry disease
Fabry disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Familial Mediterranean fever
Familial Mediterranean fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Familial Mediterranean fever, AR
Familial Mediterranean fever, AR is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Familial cold urticaria
Familial cold urticaria is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Tests providers may use to investigate arthralgia
When investigating arthralgia, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
ANA (Antinuclear Antibodies)
Screens for autoimmune diseases such as lupus....
Anti-dsDNA Antibodies
Supports diagnosis and monitoring of systemic lupus erythematosus....
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Fasting Glucose
Measures blood sugar after fasting to screen for diabetes and prediabetes....
Folate
Measures folate levels to help evaluate anemia and pregnancy health....
Growth Hormone Level Test
This blood test measures levels of Growth Hormon (GH, human growth hormone). It is used to determine growth ho...
Symptoms commonly seen alongside arthralgia
Butterfly Rash
A reddish rash across the cheeks and bridge of the nose, characteristic of lupus....
Dry Eyes
Insufficient moisture on the surface of the eye causing irritation, burning, or grittiness....
Dry Mouth
A feeling of dryness in the mouth due to reduced saliva, which can be caused by medications, Sjogren syndrome,...
Localized Swelling
Swelling in a specific area, which can be caused by inflammation, infection, or injury....
Muscle Pain
Pain in the muscles, which can be caused by overuse, infection, or inflammatory conditions....
Swollen Lymph Nodes
Enlarged lymph nodes that can occur with infection, immune reactions, or certain cancers....
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if arthralgia is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom arthralgia mean?
Arthralgia is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Joint pain.
Which conditions are associated with arthralgia?
Arthralgia has been reported in association with 135 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Acromegaly, Acute adrenal insufficiency, Acute interstitial pneumonia, Addison disease, Adiposis dolorosa. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about arthralgia?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.