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Usually people that have pain in joints or muscles go to see a doctor. The doctor will often prescribe a non steroidal anti inflammatory at fist to See if he can bring what may be a temporary bit of inflammation under control. However if his treatment does not seem to be working he will sen a patient out for x-rays of the effected area and look for damage. it is at this point where the first signs of Arthritis are spotted. further tests can be done through the blood to test for Rheumatoid arthritis and other conditions that may be involved.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 11y agoThere are many different forms of Arthritiswhich can make the job of identifying the right disease difficult. Usually people that have arthritis will have a problem with painful and stiff joints. When a patient presents with these symptoms to a doctor the doctor can make the judgment that it is osteoarthritis which is a non inflammatory form of arthritis which is often the result of wear and tear on the joints or a old injury. However if the problem seems to be wide spread or happening in several places a t the same time it may turn out to be rheumatoid arthritis which is an autoimmune disease where the immune system turns on the joints in an effort to destroy them. Which it will do if left untreated. Then there is also what is known as gout, which is a form of arthritis caused by too much uric acid remaining in the blood. Whatever the case, an accurate diagnosis relies on blood tests for inflammation Rheumatoid factor uric acid levels and other things as well as X-rays taken at regular intervals to check the progressive condition of joints.
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∙ 14y agoArthrits is diagnosed with x-rays of the joints and blood tests that check on inflamation and other factors.
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How is psoriatic arthritis diagnosed and treated?
Psoriatic arthritis is usually diagnosed in a clinic. A doctor will look for inflammation of the skin which suggests psoriatic arthritis. The treatments are anitinflmmatory cream and exercise.
Can a 10-year-old girl be diagnosed with arthritis in her knees?
Yes she can as a mater of fact she it can happen when a child is even younger. arthritis at that age is usually known as juvenile arthritis. For more info On this have alook at the related link (What is Juvenile Arthritis) below
Had a bone scan 12 years ago said you had arthritis in your shoulders hips Had another bone scan 2 months ago no arthritis showing Also just diagnosed with fibromyalgia could it have been the fibro?
Fibromyalgia does not cause arthritis in itself. Arthritis would contribute to the muscle fatigue and other symptoms of this disease.
What type of crutch is used by a patient diagnosed with arthritis?
That would depend on what joint damage there is I have RA and have never ever used crutches other then in fun.
At what age can one obtain rhumatoid arthritis?
Rheumatoid Arthritis can be diagnosed at any age. Anybody, whether it be a young or old person, is susceptible to this crippling disease. However, it is seen to be more common in women, with symptoms often appearing later in an individual's life.
Who is the youngest person to have arthritis?
I was diagnosed at 3 years old.
What blood test would be ordered for arthritis?
I don't think Arthritis can be diagnosed by blood test. It is a physical phenomena
How have advances in technology affected the way in which Arthritis is diagnosed and treated?
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How is psoriatic arthritis diagnosed and treated?
Psoriatic arthritis is usually diagnosed in a clinic. A doctor will look for inflammation of the skin which suggests psoriatic arthritis. The treatments are anitinflmmatory cream and exercise.
What should I know after being diagnosed with arthritis?
You will need to talk to your doctor in depth about the type of arthritis you have and treatments available. You may also want to do physical therapy to strengthen the muscles around the arthritis.
Can arthritis cause severe pain when diagnosed in both hips?
Yes, bilateral hip arthritis can be excruciating. If the arthritis is so severe that mobility is limited, the doctor may recommend a hip replacement surgery.
Can a 10-year-old girl be diagnosed with arthritis in her knees?
Yes she can as a mater of fact she it can happen when a child is even younger. arthritis at that age is usually known as juvenile arthritis. For more info On this have alook at the related link (What is Juvenile Arthritis) below
What other conditions is relapsing polychondritis often diagnosed with?
It is frequently diagnosed along with rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and other connective tissue diseases.
What are the differences between osteoarthritis and regular arthritis?
Osteoarthritis is the type that is considered "regular" arthritis and is the most common. Other types include rheumatoid arthritis, which is an autoimmune disease, and gout, which is caused by a buildup of uric acid in the blood. You should see a doctor to have the type of arthritis diagnosed.
When are most people diagnosed with arthritis?
Between the ages of 30 and fourty, women outnumber men 3/1 with this disease.
Can teenagers get arthritis?
Yes. Arthritis can affect anyone at any age. The word "arthritis" actually refers to more than 100 different diseases and conditions that destroy joints, bones, muscles, cartilage, and other tissue. The most common type of arthritis, osteoarthritis (OA), is often diagnosed at a later stage in life and may worsen with age, which has created the stereotype that only old people get arthritis. However, of the 50 million Americans living with arthritis, two-thirds of them are younger than the age of 65 and 300,000 of them are actually children. Juvenile arthritis (JA) is the umbrella term that is used to describe the various forms of arthritis that can be diagnosed in children and teenagers. In fact, arthritis is actually a relatively common childhood disease and affects more children than juvenile Diabetes and cystic fibrosis combined.
Had a bone scan 12 years ago said you had arthritis in your shoulders hips Had another bone scan 2 months ago no arthritis showing Also just diagnosed with fibromyalgia could it have been the fibro?
Fibromyalgia does not cause arthritis in itself. Arthritis would contribute to the muscle fatigue and other symptoms of this disease.
