What are the common ailments of skeletal system and muscular system?

Common ailments of the skeletal system:

* Osteoporosis: A condition in which bones become weak and brittle, increasing the risk of fractures.

* Arthritis: A group of conditions that cause pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints.

* Fractures: Broken bones.

* Dislocations: Bones that are out of their normal position.

* Sprains: Torn ligaments.

* Strains: Torn muscles.

* Tendonitis: Inflammation of the tendons, the connective tissue that attaches muscles to bones.

* Bursitis: Inflammation of the bursae, the fluid-filled sacs that help to reduce friction between tendons and bones.

Common ailments of the muscular system:

* Muscle atrophy: A condition in which muscles lose mass and strength.

* Muscle weakness: A general lack of strength in the muscles.

* Muscle spasms: Involuntary contractions of the muscles.

* Muscle cramps: Prolonged and painful contractions of the muscles.

* Myalgia: Muscle pain.

* Fibromyalgia: A chronic condition that causes widespread pain and fatigue.

* Polymyositis: An inflammatory condition that affects the muscles.

* Muscular dystrophy: A group of genetic disorders that cause progressive muscle weakness.

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