What is synovitis?

Synovitis is the inflammation of the fluid-filled sheath that lines joints called the synovium. It can result from infection, injury, overuse, or strain. Some symptoms include pain, swelling, and difficulty with movement.

How do members experience synovitis?

Top 5 symptoms reported by people with synovitis*

*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.

Top treatments taken by people for synovitis*

Who has synovitis on PatientsLikeMe?

Age

Age Proportion # of patients
<20 0
20s 0
30s 2
40s 4
50s 1
60s 2
70+ 0

Distribution of sex

Sex

Sex Proportion # of patients
Male 1
Female 8