Is Arthropathy the Same as Arthritis?

Arthropathy is a joint disease, of which arthritis is a type. Arthropathies can be associated with a hematologic (blood) disorder or an infection, such as Lyme disease.

What is the difference between arthritis and arthropathy?

Arthritis is a form of arthropathy that involves inflammation of one or more joints, while the term arthropathy may be used regardless of whether there is inflammation or not.

Is arthropathy the same as osteoarthritis?

Arthritis is a blanket term covering all types of arthritis including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and gout. Wear and tear on the joints are known as osteoarthritis, and it's the most common type of arthritis.