Question

this common form of arthritis is typically caused by the breakdown of cartilage and bone over time when joints are exposed to heavy workloads, either through occupation, obesity and/or prior injury to a joint. common signs and symptoms are pain, stiffness, and aching that worsens over time.
a osteoporosis
b osteoarthritis
c rheumatoid arthritis
d osteomyelitis

Explanation:

Osteoporosis is a condition where bones become weak and brittle. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease. Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease caused by wear - and - tear of the cartilage and bone in joints, often due to factors like heavy workloads (occupation - related, obesity, prior joint injury). Its symptoms include pain, stiffness, and aching that worsen over time.

Answer:

B. osteoarthritis