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The exact cause of RA is unknown and we can only recognise physical similarity's in people that have RA. It is not understood what causes flare ups. However there are theory's that infections and allergy's may be connected to some. It is also noted that there is a response to emotional and stress related issues by some.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoI have had RA for 11 years and the things that trigger flare ups for me and the people I know that also have RA are: being too active, not resting enough, doing strenuous activities and exercise, a flu or cold and stress.
I agree with all of the above, however would add that all of these are excess stress to the body. Exercise is extremely important, we must learn our limits which are ever changing.
Other things that trigger RA flare ups would be eatting any food that your particular body is intollerant to, with an intollerance being much different than an allergy. An intollerance is simply any food that causes disruption in the digestive system. For further information on diet you might read http://www.livingwithrheumatoidarthritis.com/ArthritisDietandNutrition.html
Also, emotional distress is a huge factor and this can be addressed using Meditation or a method called Emotion Freedom Techniques, or Meridian Tapping Techniques.
Treating RA is complicated because it is an auto immune disorder that people confuse with a disease of joint pain. The joint paid is simply a symptom of the disease. Nurture the immune system and the joints will thank you.
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∙ 9y agoWe don't know all we can do about it is use anti inflamatorys to ease the flare or disease modifying drugs that enterere with the immune system that is at the root of the problem in the first place.
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∙ 15y agoa change in the weather can casue mine to flare up.
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Does arthritis cause feet and ankles to burn?
I have arthritis and this feeling can occur. especially in your feet, it feels like you need to just sit downI have rheumatoid arthritis and I get a burning sensation in all of my joints, particularly during a flare up.
What causes your hands to draw up?
arthritis
Can sexually acquired infection cause arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis is an Autoimmune disease and is not considered contagious. Having said that however suffering from some illnesses has been noted by sufferers to cause the onset of flare ups in RA. Gonorrhea and chlamydia are able to bring about a rare form of arthritis known as venereal arthritis. For more info on this go to the related link (Venereal Arthritis ) below
What causes all the joints to pains with no fever?
Rheumatoid arthritis can.
What does it mean when rheumatoid arthritis advances at a fast rate?
s you are having a flare that involves more then the usual few joints. Rheumatoid arthritis can suddenly effect many joints at the same time requiring fast action to stop the damage it does.
Does smoking cause lupus flare ups?
Doe smoking cause lupus flare ups
Does my diet affect my arthritis?
There is no medical research to prove that diet affects arthritis or cause flare ups. If you notice it happening when eating certain foods, food groups or a specific food and it isn't essential to your wellbeing, stop eating it.
Can stress cause Arthritis?
It is doubtful that stress actually causes RA, however there seems to be a lot of anecdotal evidence that extreme bouts of stress can bring about flare ups in the disease. In my own particular case I tend to get worse bouts of inflammation when under frustrating stress,
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Treatment For Arthritis Relief?
Arthritis, characterized by joint pain and stiffness is typically responsive to treatment. Methods of arthritis relief include taking anti-inflammatory medications, getting mild exercise and resting during flare-ups. In addition, it is important to get regular medical check-ups so that the physician can evaluate the extent of the condition and prescribe other methods of arthritis relief such as prescription pain relievers and even physical or occupational therapy. Therapy can restore mobility and increase joint flexibility, while reducing pain and stiffness.
Epidemiological study on the effect of sterss on rhumatoid arthritis?
My personal experience with RA suggests to me that stress does have a definite effect on the onset or flare ups in RA. In the aftermath of particularly stress full situations I have often noted a flare up in the symptoms of RA. However this is a very involved subject and the information in the related link below(Does Stress Trigger Rheumatoid Arthritis or Worsen Symptoms?)may help to help you gain a better understanding of this issue
Can sinus pain increase arthritis pain?
If the sinus pain is the result of some type of infection there is a chance that it could be responsible for a flare up of arthritis.
Which deficiency causes end arthritis?
Aside from trauma the causes for arthritis are not known. Gouty arthritis though is the result of excessive build up of uric acid in the blood.
Why is arthritis relevant to health?
Arthritis causes inflammation, pain and swelling of the joints.
Does arthritis cause feet and ankles to burn?
I have arthritis and this feeling can occur. especially in your feet, it feels like you need to just sit downI have rheumatoid arthritis and I get a burning sensation in all of my joints, particularly during a flare up.
What are the causes of synovitis?
rheumatoid arthritis
Can you prevent arthritis?
Not at this time The causes of most forms of arthritis and there are a great variet of them are not known.
