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    In old age, people often suffer from stiff and inflamed joints. What is this condition called? What are the possible reasons for these symptoms?

Answer:

                The condition of stiff and inflamed joints is called as osteoporosis. It is an age-related disorder characterised by decreased bone mass and increased chances of fractures Decreased levels of estrogen is a common cause for osteoporosis in females after menopause, in old aged females.