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How Can You Improve Your Lifestyle If You Are Suffering From Rheumatoid Arthritis
4275 ViewsYour everyday life can become very challenging if you have rheumatoid arthritis. As seen in most cases, the patient cannot have a proper sleep as the pain starts early in the morning. Although there is no complete cure for rheumatoid arthritis, you can be taking a medicine course, and optimizing your lifestyle can ease your … Continue reading “How Can You Improve Your Lifestyle If You Are Suffering From Rheumatoid Arthritis”
Read MoreWhat is Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis?
8258 ViewsSeronegative rheumatoid arthritis is when a patient’s blood is missing a particular type of antibodies, and the patient is diagnosed with a kind of rheumatoid arthritis. What is Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis? Patients with a positive result for rheumatoid factor (RF) and/or anti-citrullinated peptides (CPP) antibodies are called seropositive. Being seropositive means that the patient is … Continue reading “What is Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis?”
Read MoreRheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis
1485 ViewsWhen we think of joint pain, we may not understand what exactly we are going through. It is important to consult with an expert on the type of problem you may be experiencing. Today, we will be looking at the difference between disorders that many tend to mix up: rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. We will … Continue reading “Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis”
Read MoreFacts To Know About Rheumatoid Arthritis
1102 ViewsWhat exactly is Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatoid Arthritis, in easy terms, can be classified as a chronic inflammatory disorder. The scary part is that it can affect more than your joints. Skin, eyes, and lungs are just a few examples of body systems that can be affected. This condition occurs when one’s immune system unintentionally attacks … Continue reading “Facts To Know About Rheumatoid Arthritis”
Read MoreCan a Bad Knee Cause Back Pain?
17109 ViewsAbout 84% of people experience back pain during their lifetime. Nearly one-third suffer from pain at one point. If one has had a bad knee, then it can also cause back pain. It is surprising to know that there is a strong connection between knee pain and back pain. Therefore, it is very important for … Continue reading “Can a Bad Knee Cause Back Pain?”
Read MoreWhat Can Cause Arthritis in Young Adults?
1887 ViewsArthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder that affects your joints. It is an autoimmune disease that leads to pain and damage throughout your body. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis, but the two types are very common osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Arthritis in young adults is not seen commonly. It … Continue reading “What Can Cause Arthritis in Young Adults?”
Read MoreRheumatoid Arthritis Remission: What Does it Do?
992 ViewsMost of the people link arthritis with old people. However, there are cases when a young adult would also be diagnosed with a specific type of arthritis known as Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). The symptoms of joint pain and swelling can be severe at certain times, and at other times they would disappear completely. When your … Continue reading “Rheumatoid Arthritis Remission: What Does it Do?”
Read MoreHow Does Vascular Inflammation Affect Our Lives?
909 ViewsAging gracefully is seeming a myth as we see more and more cases of chronic diseases around us every day. Such is vasculitis or vascular inflammation. It is a disease that leads to inflammation of veins and arteries. However, any type and size of blood carrying vessels can come at its aim. These vessels are … Continue reading “How Does Vascular Inflammation Affect Our Lives?”
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Thumb Joint Surgery?
10139 ViewsArthritis is a very common disease of bones. And a common type of arthritis of the hand is of thumb. Each joint is lined with cartilage, which cushions the bones. When the arthritis becomes severe, the cartilage between joints deteriorates, which then hampers the movement of joints. The issue begins when the strong tissues holding … Continue reading “What You Should Know About Thumb Joint Surgery?”
Read MoreWhat Causes Bursitis in Heel?
3208 ViewsSometimes a very sharp pain occurs in the foot area that no person can bear. There can be inflammation too. One of the possible reasons for it could be bursitis in the heel. It occurs when the small sacs of the joints (bursa) filled with liquid at the back of the heels become painful and … Continue reading “What Causes Bursitis in Heel?”
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