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No they are completely different diseases. Many people that have JRA go into remission and never have a problem with it again once they get past a certain age and many keep having the problem with Rheumatoid arthritis. To date there has been no cure found for rheumatoid Arthritis and all that can be done with it is keep any damage it does under as much control as possible while it is not in remission. RA is an autoimmune disease where inflammation damages the connective tissues of the body. Osteoarthritis is a form of arthritis where joint become damaged as a result of wear and tear and trauma. in a lot of cases the results can lead to the same problems in the joints but other then that there is no connection.
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Why does damp weather make arthritis worse?
No one has been able to come up with an answer to that question yet. The effect of climtic condition seems to vary widely to different people however. For example, I my particular case (Rheumatoid arthritis) I would say that the weather, humidity , changes in the weather, or temperature makes no difference whatsoever to the symptoms of my disease. However I have a brother that has a problem with osteoarthritis and he claims that the weather has a definite effect especially when there is a change fro clear to stormy. so it seems to be a personal thing,
What is mild ac joint hypertrophy?
Mild hypertrophy of the AC, or acromioclavicular joint, refers to an overgrowth in the joint. This is often due to the inflammation associated with osteoarthritis.
Does Cymbalta work for RA?
Prescription Medications for Rheumatoid ArthritisAnti-depressants like Cymbalta are sometimes used to help block pain messages from getting to your brain. These medications actually help change the way your body interprets the joint pain of RA. Duloxetine (Cymbalta) is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis.
What is the basic pathology of rheumatoid arthritis?
What are causes and risk factors of rheumatoid arthritis?The cause of rheumatoid arthritis is unknown. Even though infectious agents such as viruses, bacteria, and fungi have long been suspected, none has been proven as the cause. The cause of rheumatoid arthritis is a very active area of worldwide research. It is believed that the tendency to develop rheumatoid arthritis may be genetically inherited (hereditary). Certain genes have been identified that increase the risk for rheumatoid arthritis. It is also suspected that certain infections or factors in the environment might trigger the activation of the immune system in susceptible individuals. This misdirected immune system then attacks the body's own tissues. This leads to inflammation in the joints and sometimes in various organs of the body, such as the lungs or eyes. It is not known what triggers the onset of rheumatoid arthritis. Regardless of the exact trigger, the result is an immune system that is geared up to promote inflammation in the joints and occasionally other tissues of the body. Immune cells, called lymphocytes, are activated and chemical messengers (cytokines, such astumor necrosis factor/TNF, interleukin-1/IL-1, and interleukin-6/IL-6) are expressed in the inflamed areas.Environmental factors also seem to play some role in causing rheumatoid arthritis. For example, scientists have reported thatsmoking tobacco, exposure to silica mineral, and chronic periodontal disease all increase the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis.What are rheumatoid arthritis symptoms and signs?The symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis come and go, depending on the degree of tissue inflammation. When body tissues are inflamed, the disease is active. When tissue inflammation subsides, the disease is inactive (in remission). Remissions can occur spontaneously or with treatment and can last weeks, months, or years. During remissions, symptoms of the disease disappear, and people generally feel well. When the disease becomes active again (relapse), symptoms return. The return of disease activity and symptoms is called a flare. The course of rheumatoid arthritis varies among affected individuals, and periods of flares and remissions are typical. When the disease is active, symptoms can include fatigue, loss of energy,lack of appetite, low-grade fever, muscle and joint aches, and stiffness. Muscle and joint stiffness are usually most notable in the morning and after periods of inactivity. Arthritis is common during disease flares. Also during flares, joints frequently become red, swollen, painful, and tender. This occurs because the lining tissue of the joint (synovium) becomes inflamed, resulting in the production of excessive joint fluid (synovial fluid). The synovium also thickens with inflammation (synovitis).Rheumatoid arthritis usually inflames multiple joints in a symmetrical pattern (both sides of the body affected). Early symptoms may be subtle. The small joints of both the hands and wrists are often involved. Symptoms in the hands with rheumatoid arthritis include difficulty with simple tasks of daily living, such as turning door knobs and opening jars. The small joints of the feet are also commonly involved, which can lead to painful walking, especially in the morning after arising from bed. Occasionally, only one joint is inflamed. When only one joint is involved, the arthritis can mimic the joint inflammation caused by other forms of arthritis, such as gout or joint infection. Chronic inflammation can cause damage to body tissues, including cartilage and bone. This leads to a loss of cartilage and erosion and weakness of the bones as well as the muscles, resulting in joint deformity, destruction, and loss of function. Rarely, rheumatoid arthritis can even affect the joint that is responsible for the tightening of our vocal cords to change the tone of our voice, the cricoarytenoid joint. When this joint is inflamed, it can cause hoarseness of the voice. Symptoms in children with rheumatoid arthritis include limping, irritability, crying, and poor appetite.
What is rheumatoid arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation of the joints. RA can be responsible for inflammation around the joints as well as in other organs and tissues of the body. An autoimmune disease is a condition where body's tissues are attacked by the body's own immune system. The immune system is designed to "seek and destroy" invaders or foreign materials of the body, especially infectious organisms. Persons with autoimmune diseases have antibodies in their blood that attack their own body the resulting inflammation then damages or destroys the tissue concerned. Because it can affect several organs of the body it is known as a systemic illness and is sometimes called rheumatoid disease. Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic illness, meaning it can last for years, patients may experience long periods of time without symptoms. Rheumatoid arthritis is a progressive illness that has the potential to cause joint destruction, Deformity, pain and functional disability. Ra usually presents itself in several joints coinciding on on opposite sides of the body and is also described as a poliarthritis.Kids can get rheumatoid arthritis too. Most people think that it is only the elderly that can get it. The Arthritis Foundation, a nationwide support group, works to bring this message out to the world.Rheumatoid arthritis is an Autoimmune disease that leads to the destruction of connective tissue like cartilage in the joints and in other places.
What are some foods to avoid if you have osteoarthritis?
There are over a hundred different form of arthritisand many arthritis sufferers feel that they get increased symptoms when they eat particular types of food. Aside from gouty arthritis which is the result of purine rich foods increasing the uric acid content in the blood, There is no definitive evidence however that any particular foods affect the symptoms of arthritis. This either means that there are a lot of myths around on this subject or different food do have different effect on people. the later being the case, the foods to avoid are acidy foods and foods based on the nightshade family. In my own experience I have found that I have tended to get a little obsessive about avoiding certain foods wines etc and later found that none of them really had any effect.
What is a usual sign of the change of the apical meristem from the juvenile to the mature phase?
A Change in the Morphology
What are best Yoga practices for osteoarthritis of lumbar spine?
There are lot of postures for osteoarthritis and lumbar spine in yoga.all types of arthritis very connected with mind and body immune capacity.in my experience I suggest the yoga for arthritis patients 1st level: meditation and internalization. It should practice minimum one month.it cures the problem of your mind.Because all problem starting from mind.we should clean the mind by meditation and internalization.Second level- pranayamam(breathing exercise).'nadisudhi' pranayam more effective for all types of arthritis. It increase and rectify your immune system.u should practice this pranayam after the meditation.Third level-postures.start with loosening exercises and start simple yoga.rotate joints clockwise and anti clockwise way.simple stretching postures.do practice study and simple.follow special diets.arthritis is curable disease. We have to change our lifestyle from today. This is journey for a good and better life.
What is hypertrophic changes of the ac joint?
Hypertrophic change of the AC joint is overgrowth in the acromioclavicular joint, often due to Arthritis.
What are the names of diets for arthritis?
If you have arthritis it may be hard for you to get the exercise you need to lose weight. You can change your diet, and do exercises in a pool. The YMCA usually has a class on it. www.ymca.org
Will massage help with osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis indicates damage to the cartilage in that knee. while message may feel good and give some relief it will not do anything to repair the cartilage that is at the root of the problem. Answer 2: Unfortunately osteoarthritis has to do with the knee, bone and cartilage loss. Massage can only affect the muscles and surrounding tissue. It may help to massage this area if there is swelling and inflammation but that will not change the loss of cartilage in the knee. Severe osteoarthritis and loss of cartilage, bone on bone, is where doctors usually consider knee replacement surgery.
In an insect's life history the juvenile undergoes a process of physical change called?
metamorphosis
