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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
How can people avoid spreading gout?
Gout is not a communicable disease therefore people can not spread it like a cold for instance.
It all depends on age. I have had Chondromalacia patallae for about 3 years now and have had serious problems with it. I have spoken to my surgeon many times about it and he still believes that i am young enough that i will grow out of it. It is most likely Condromalacia and not arthritis if you have been diagnosed, and if it does not go away then you should ask your doctor, as some people never grow out of chondromalacia. If it is bad enough then there is the surgery option, however doctors advise against it.
How do you make cannabis tea for pain relief of arthritis.?
For information on this subject go to the related link(The medical canabis center) below
Which one hurt the worst toe gout or toothache?
They're pretty similar. Same sort of pain, and both are unrelenting.
Do cod liver oil tablets benefit arthritis?
It is claimed there is and I take them my self just in case however there is no real definitive proof that they are of benefit.
Can the vulcan nerve pinch kill someone?
No this is only a rumor started by the writers of star trek.
How large wasThe first lump-sum payment made by social security in 1937?
Does it matter. It was 1937.
If you have arthritis can you still join the air force?
lots of people have arthritis and lead a perfectly normal life. If you are fit and able you will pass the medicals. However if you develop problems later on you may find that you will face a medical discharge.
How common is arthritis in South Africa?
Arthritis s pretty evenly spread across the whole world. It makes no difference where you are. You have to keep in mind as well that there are over hundred different forms of arthritis.
Does playing piano increase the risk of getting arthritis or carpal tunnel?
no it dosent as long as you keep your hands in the right postion it should not affect you
i know this because i play the piano and it does not affect me
Can a rheumatologist do surgery?
He can if he is trained as a surgeon as well. both rheumatology and surgery are specialist fields that can be further broken down into even more specialised niches.
If your sister has Rheumatoid Arthritis is your chance greater?
Yes one of the factor in acquiring RA is hereditary However it is 3 times more likely in women than in men.
What is normal value of Uric Acid in Blood for 30 years old male mine is 0.51 is that very bad?
Male 2.1 to 8.5 mg/dl likely higher with age.
Female 2.0 to 7.0 mg/dl likely higher with age.
I doubt it, In any case there is no medical evidence that diet has any effect on arthritis, aside from gouty arthritis.
If you need to decrease the uric acid in your blood, that is done by eating less protein. Uric acid is a byproduct of protein digestion.
What are the common risk factors for major noninfectious chronic diseases affecting Americans today?
After taking into account the fact that a person suffering from a chronic disease needs to get used to getting fleeced by either the medical fraternity the insurance industry or both, a lot would depend on the nature and severity of the disease,
Are natural remedies for back pain and arthritis relief useful?
Most natural remedies for back pain and arthritis are not actually helpful. One potential exception is a combination of glucosamine and chondroitin for arthritis, although the evidence on it's effectiveness if somewhat conflicting.
Can you get gout in your chin?
I have had Gout in my toes, ankle, knee, hip, elbow, wrist, fingers and chin.
You have pain in mt knees and toes because of uric acid what should you do to cure it?
A low Purine Diet may help those suffering from gout avoid atacks. ---- Here is a list of some of the foods that are high in purines. These foods have the highest concentration of purines and should therefore be avoided by people that are prone to or are already suffering from gout.
Beef, Pork, Bacon, Lamb, Seafood, Foods that are made with yeast like beer or bread, Alcoholic beverages
These foods, while high in purine levels that can aggravate the symptoms of gout can be had occasionally by those who usually follow a low purine diet.
Asparagus, Cauliflower, Mushrooms, Peas, Spinach, Whole grain breads and cereals, White poultry meats, like chicken, duck or turkey, Kidney and lima beans.
The following foods are safe to eat in a low purine diet; however these should not be the only food you eat.
Green vegetables and tomatoes, Fruits and fruit juices, Breads that do not use yeast (may be found in the kosher section or a health food store), Nuts, Milk and milk products such as butter and cheese, Chocolate, Coffee and tea. ----
My thumb is cracking constantly but it doesn't hurt?
You probably have a joint that tends to be a little loose and gasses that build up in the sinovial fluids are allowed to escape every once in a while. in the same way as gas comes out of soft drink in bubbles. thus makes a noise in the finger joints.
What is the mission of the Arthritis Foundation?
As the name implies, the Arthritis Foundation is dedicated to the prevention, control, and cure of arthritis and related diseases. In doing so, they hope to improve lives.
What does it mean if someone gets a white blood cell count of zero?
This means that this person is sick and needs to build up the white blood cell count.
Is itching of a swollen hand related to arthritis?
It could be caused by arthritic inflammation in either the carpel tunnel or around the ulna nerve on the elbow or possibly in the neck, A G P or rhuematoligist would be best equipped to check this out.
