How serious is Arthritis?

Answer 1

It depend on what type of Arthritis. there are some that can hit in childhood and not during adulthood, on the other hand degenerative arthritis like osteo is likely to get progressively worse.

Answer 2

It is unlikely with modern medical advances and knowledge to kill you. However if a disease like Rheumatoid arthritis is left untreated it is capable of completely crippling and deforming many of your joints as well as effecting many other organs of the body, Brains, vascular, heart, lungs, eyes, and others and put you in a position where the quality of your life becomes so poor that dying may seem a reasonable option. There are dangers also in the side effects of the drugs used in the treatment of RA that can lead to potentially life threatening conditions. If left unchecked Joints can become so badly damaged that they may require replacement and conditions can come about leading to bone , muscular and nerve damage.

Answer 3

This can vary from person to person. In the elderly, arthritis can cause serious health problems-- and lead to serious falls. Arthritis causes inflammation and pain in the joints, which often is spread throughout the body. This makes it more difficult for one to move around, which is where falling gets to be a serious concern.

Answer 4

The speed at which rheumatoid arthritis gets really bad can vary between individuals. If you have symptoms, the sooner you are diagnosed and treatment begins, the better.

I had a major attack on an elbow and it was damaged beyond repair within 6 months, so you have to be on the ball with this disease as it can work quickly. excruciating pain can happen within hours.

Answer 5

Yes, it is serious but it depends where the person has it. Some people have arthritis in their hand so there it is not serious but most people have it in their back so that can be serious.