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Arthritis
The word “arthritis” means joint inflammation and it can be used to refer to more than 100 different diseases that cause pain, stiffness, swelling, and sometimes permanent joint damage. Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States and can affect anyone at any age.
2,080 Questions
Is heel pain a symptom of arthritis?
It could be, but only if you have arthritis in your heel. If they pain is very persistent, it is likely a good idea to consult a physician who will be able to tell you if it's arthritis for sure or not.
acupuncture has been available for treating arthritis for many years. the cost depends on the acupuncturist you deal with and your location.
Can an injury to an osgood schlatters diseased knee cause arthritis in that knee that was injured?
Arthritis can become a problem in any injured knee in the future if the person involved has a tendency to arthritis's.
Can ankylosing spondylitis cause pericarditis?
It is difficult to say what causes what, but AS can be associated with pericarditis or vice versa.
What are the medical center for osteoarthritis in US?
just google "osteoartritis medical centers usa" and take your pick.
What is it mean when you get a stiff?
To get a Stiff, or Stiffy, is school playground giggles for an erection
What causes build up of nitrogen in joints and what is the cure?
It is a natural part of the gasses that happen in joints it is not a problem.
What is the hydro something acid that is injected into arthritic joints?
Hyaluronic Acid Injections Are FDA-Approved for Knee Osteoarthritis
Does potassium sorbate help rheumatoid arthritis?
I had a look at the literature and while I find that I am unable to deny the efficacy of this material in the treatment of RA I have not been able to find any test results that would lead me to believe that this material helps.
Is Arthritis not a terminal deseas?
Arthritis as such is not a terminal disease. However arthritis especially rheumatoid arthritis which is an immune system disease can lead to the development of other diseases that may be capable of killing you or the treatments used for various forms of arthritis can lead to death. However no one actually dies of arthritis.
Is it normal to crack your wrists continuously?
This is not true at all, cracking any bone in your body is not the cause of arthritislater in your life
Does cheering and dancing cause jaw arthritis?
For teenage girls, (idiopathic condylar resorption) ICR of the jaw is common. This condition is found usually in girls that are dancers and cheerleaders. What happens is the young girl is subject to supermobility of their jaw. The excessive movement from physical activity causes the jaw to misalign. Some will complain of head and face pain. Very few show symptoms of clicking or popping when using the jaw. Some may have no symptoms at all. If not treated, the jaw can develop arthritis or osteoarthritis. This can be managed through regular pain medicines like Tylenol or aspirin. A dental surgeon can diagnose this condition through xrays or MRIs.
When someone has gout what mineral is lacking?
Not sure of what they're lacking, but it usually means they have high levels of uric acid in the blood.
Where are you most likely to get arthritis?
You are most likely to get arthritis in any of the joints of the body, however many other tissues can be affected by arthritis such as the lungs, kidneys ,heart and eyes.
Does vasculitis cause joint pain?
Vasculitis-induced arthritis occurs when the lining of the joints is affected by vasculitis
Progessive arthritis with stiffing of joints?
If there are sign of arthritis stiffening joints swelling heat and pain, then it is a good time to seek advice from a doctor and or hematologist in an attempt to reduce the pain and damage that may be caused by this disease if left untreated.
Never, glucosomine is one of the best marked products available today on a marked full of easy marks that are desperate for a little relief from the pain that comes with arthritis. Thee is no evidence available that this substance is of any benefit to sufferers of arthritis.
What parts of the body does ankylosing spondylitis affect?
The spine, as well as internal organs around the spinal region of the body, Over time secondary conditions such as hammer toe and iritis may occur. Over time, the spine or other joints may fuse together causing what is known as 'poker spine' stopping the person from being able to bend over. The condition can be debilitating but is unlikely to be fatal. The disorder can cause other autoimmune and chronic disorders that may lead to fatalities due to kidney disease or swollen heart. Patients have been known to die as a result of medications that are used to treat this disease.
