Which of the following conditions is caused by the breakdown and eventual destruction of cartilage in a joint?
A)Rheumatoid arthritis
B)Systemic lupus erythematosus
C)Gout
D)Osteoarthritis
E)Bursitis

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Osteoarthritis (OA) is caused by the breakdown and eventual destruction of cartilage in a joint. It develops as a result of wear and tear and is most common in the weight-bearing joints of the hip, knee and lower back. The degenerative process begins in the articular cartilage which cracks and frays, eventually exposing the underlying bone.

Which of the Following Conditions Is Caused by the Breakdown