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Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an Autoimmune disease. It is a chronic, systemic inflammatory disorder that may affect many tissues and organs, but mainly affects the joints.
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Is there any way to detect a carrier of rheumatoid arthritis?
Yes, recent developments do allow this. A simple blood draw can be sent for genetic testing to see if you carry RA. There are also specific markers that can indicate if you actually have it, or even other types of immune disorders or arthritis. They were able to do the test directly in my doctor's office, but it should also be available at most lab offices.
What are the side effects associated with using damiana?
Large doses of damiana may cause loose stools because of the herb's laxative properties. Otherwise, no unwanted side effects have been reported.
There would be a reduction in inflation depending on the amount of the drugs used.
Will Salt Water swimming help Rheumatoid Arthritis?
I have RA and judging from my recent experience with this very activity I would say that it makes no difference at all. I recently moved to a beach side town and have taken up taking the grand kids to the surf on a regular basis. I have noted no difference in the severity of my symptoms. I Have noticed though that it seems to be really good for the skin. If You have any sort of Arthritis exercise is always beneficial though because strong muscles help support weak joints which is likely to reduce pain and wear and tear.
How can a human being contract get rheumatoid arthritis?
RA is an Auto immune disorder and its cause is not known. however there seem to often be genetic factors involved.
How is Detection of the abnormal protein rheumatoid factor in the serum found?
There are two ways of measuring Rheumatoid factor in blood
- The Agglutination tests. In this test blood is mixed with minute latex beads that have been covered with human antibodies. If there is RF, the beads clump together or agglutinate. Another agglutination test uses sheep's blood that has had its red blood cells covered with rabbit's antibodies, then mixes the blood being tested with it . If there is RF in the blood sample, the red blood cells clump together. This method is often used to confirm the presence of RF.
- The Nephelometry test. In this test a blood sample is mixed with antibodies cause the blood to clump if RF is present. A light beam from a laser is directed through the sample containing the mixture and the amount of light blocked by the blood sample is measured. The more clumping that occurs, the cloudier the sample and less light to pass through the tube.
How does Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis effect the daily lives of kids?
It all depends on how bad the attacks are it can be anything from annoying to debilitating.
Which is a good website for an arthritis diet?
You will find the page link to a good website further down this page, listed under Sources and Related Links. That website contains a detailed diet schedule that is available free of cost and is recommend for people suffering from arthritis.
Is anti SSA and antiSSB positive in rheumatoid arthritis?
Ann Rheum Dis. 2002 December; 61(12): 1090-1094.
doi: 10.1136/ard.61.12.1090.
PMCID: PMC1753972
Diagnostic associations in a large and consecutively identified population positive for anti-SSA and/or anti-SSB: the range of associated diseases differs according to the detailed serotype
I Peene, L Meheus, E Veys, and F De Keyser
Department of Rheumatology, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium. Email: filip.dekeyser@rug.ac.be
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Was told my RA factor of 16.1 was high is this correct?
The normal sedimentation rate (Westergren method) for males is 0-15 millimeters per hour, and for females is 0-20 millimeters per hour. The sedimentation rate can be slightly more elevated in the elderly and is much lower for children.
What is westergren sedimentation rack?
The westergren rack is a student physiology practical apparatus that holds the westergren tube and is used in the determination of erythrocyte sedimentation rate ESR.
How does aspirin inhibit symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis?
aspirin is considered both an analgesic (that is it interferes with the perception of pain) and an anti inflammatory ( that is a drug that reduces the inflammation that is causing the pain) there are different forms of arthritic pain and they often involve inflammation so aspirin makes a good all round medication where the condition has not reached a stage where it is too serious.
Is Juvenile Rheumatiod Arthritis communicable or noncommunicable?
JRA is not communicable, However it seems that a predisposition for developing RA can be passed from parent to child geneticaly.
Can heat trigger rheumatoid arthritis flares?
I have had problems with RA for most of my life and to the best of my knowledge I have found that heat, cold, humidity or altitude has no appreciable effect on the condition. the wrong sort of stress can though.
Does the sedimentation rate-westergren in a CBC tell if you have Hodgins Lymphoma?
No the erythrocytes sedimentation rate, (ESR), Westergren method is a non specific blood test that indicates inflammation or infection in a person , however it wil not indicate what the cause of the test result is.
The following is a section from wikipedia that makes mention of the SED rate in hodgins lymhoma.
Other studies have reported the following to be the most important adverse prognostic factors: mixed-cellularity or lymphocyte-depleted histologies, male sex, large number of involved nodal sites, advanced stage, age of 40 years or more, the presence of B symptoms, high erythrocyte sedimentation rate, and bulky disease (widening of the mediastinum by more than one third, or the presence of a nodal mass measuring more than 10 cm in any dimension.)
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A sedimentation rate is blood test that can detect and monitors inflammation in the body.
It is a measurement of the red blood cells (erythrocytes) sedimenting in a tube over a given period of time. this test is referred to as an ESR.
Red blood cells settle in the bottom of the test tube given time leaving leaving the blood serum visible above. The sedimentation rate is simply how far the top of the RBC layer has fallen (in millimeters) in one hour. The sedimentation rate increases with more inflammation.
The normal sedimentation rate (Westergren method) for males is 0-15 millimeters per hour, and for females is 0-20 millimeters per hour. The sedimentation rate can be slightly more elevated in the elderly and is much lower for children.
What form of rheumatoid arthritis primarily causes inflammation of the joints between the vertebrae?
Ankylosing spondylitis is a form of arthritis that primarily affects the joints between the vertebrae.
What treatment is useful for dampness rheumatism?
That would be hard to say as there is no such thing as dampness rheumatism. Suggest you find out what sort of arthritis you have prior to treatment.
Ast blood test went from 31 to 67 in one month you have rheumatoid arthritis is that a bad change?
Interestingly enough they understand very Little about RA and it has been found that the readings in blood tests do not necessarily co relate with the severity of the disease at any given time, So it would seem that if you are keeping inflammation under control without having to increase the amount of medication, it does not make any difference
What are the side effects associated with using aconite?
Do not use external ointments on broken skin, can cause toxicity. The raw plant is poisonous without antidote, causing numbness, vomiting, weakness, cold skin. Overdose: convulsions, paralysis, seizures, heart failure. And more . . .
What factors influence test results?
It depends on the test. The best thing to do if you are going in for lab tests for a medical condition is to ask your doctor if there are any special instructions that you should follow before going in for the test...and follow those instructions.
Erythrocyte sedimentation rate is 12 age 58 hemoglobin level is14.6 is it normal?
Hemoglobin levels are measured in grams per deciliter of whole blood. They are different for males and females. Normal hemoglobin levels for adult males is 14-18 gm/dl, And the Normal level for adult females is 12-16 gm/dl.
ESR stands for erythrocyte sedimentation rate. this is a test that indirectly measures the level of inflammation is in the body.
For ESR normal readings are
Adults, Westergren method Men under 50 years old-------less than 15 mm/hr
Men over 50 years old-------- less than 20 mm/hr
Women under 50 years old-- less than 20 mm/hr
Women over 50 years old---- less than 30 mm/hr
Children Westergren method,
Newborn--------------------------0 to 2 mm/hr
Neonatal to puberty------------3 to 13 mm/hr
mm/hr. = millimeters per hour
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Does rheumatoid arthritis cause head hair loss?
No although some of the drugs used to treat it may have that effect.
Can trypsin chymotrypsin tablet be used for treatment of rheumatoid arthritis?
Had a look around and found that it is use as an anti inflammatory in the case of hand surgery but there seems to be no information available at all in relation to RA, it would probably be reasonable to assume that it is not use to treat the symptoms of RA.
What proof must you provide for a disability claim for rheumatoid arthritis?
Information for Social Security Disability claims can be found at the SSA website. Please refer to the link on this answer page. Anyone with a debilitating condition that has enough SS credits can apply for SSD. The condition as a rule, has to be such that the person is unable to engage in gainful employment for at least one year. The filing process can be complicated and frustrating. There will be a lot of paperwork, and you will need supporting documents, from doctors, clinics, etc. Sometimes the SSA requires you to be examined by a physician of their choice. Contact your local SSA office, for instructions, much of it can be done by phone. Be advised that it will take a minimum of six months for any decision on your claim. Persons who qualify for SSD may also be eligible for SSI and Medicare benefits. But contact the SSA right away, even though approval is going to take six months. Once you receive approval, your benefits will be paid from the day you applied, so wasting time is wasting money! Are you trying to get disability benefits or obtain a disability policy? If you are trying to obtain a personal policy and your symptoms are mild or controlled with non steroidal drugs then you can obtain coverage. == == == == For information, resources and related links go The National Council On Disability (NCD) In Australia if you are unable to work as a result of a health condition and you dont have insurance or any other form of regular income you are covered by the governments disability pension as is most of the cost of drugs and hospitalization surgery (ETC)
