All About Cartilage - Facts You Should Know

When you are diagnosed with osteoarthritis, your doctor may launch into a discussion about cartilage damage or cartilage being worn away. What exactly is cartilage? What causes cartilage loss? Can cartilage be restored?

There are three types of cartilage. Arthritis patients are most familiar with articular or hyaline cartilage -- present in the joints, nasal septum, and airtube. Elastic cartilage is found in the ear, part of the nose, and the airtube. Fibrous cartilage is found in the meniscus. Learn more in All About Cartilage - Facts You Should Know.

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