Arthritis

rheumatoid arthritis affects 0•5–1•0% of adults in developed countries. The disease is more frequent in women than men. Prevalence rises with age and is highest in women older than 65 years, suggesting hormonal factors could have a pathogenic role.40 Estimates of the frequency of rheumatoid arthritis vary depending on the methods used to ascertain its presence. Incidence ranges from 5 to 50 per 100 000 adults in developed countries and increases with age. Prevalence of rheumatoid arthritis…

Psoriatic arthritis treatment has the goal of reducing pain, decreasing swelling, helping keep joint mobility and preventing further joint damage. The decision on the type of treatment used is usually made by the doctor based on the type of psoriatic arthritis (PA), how severe the condition is and the individual's reaction to treatment. With appropriate early diagnosis and psoriatic arthritis treatment something can be done to slow down the disease and try to preserve the health of the joints.…

Ankle arthritis What causes it? Unlike the hip and knee, which are prone to develop primary osteoarthritis, the ankle develops arthritis usually because of a traumatic event. In 70% patients with ankle arthritis there is a history of trauma (ankle fracture or a significant ankle sprain). The second most common cause of ankle arthritis is Rheumatoid arthritis. How to diagnose it? The most common location of pain is anterior which gets worse by walking uphill. Pain caused by going downhill…

If you have recently been diagnosed with arthritis, you need to take a step back and reexamine your lifestyle. Changing up your exercise and diet routine can help ease your arthritis; you just need the right information and the will to make a change. Exercise Many people wrongly assume that because they have arthritis, they should not or limit how much they exercise. In reality, you should work out a couple of days a week at least if you have arthritis. Exercise can help you strength your…

She has been diagnosed with medial meniscus tear and arthritis by MRI. She was seen 2 weeks ago, but was unsure if she wanted to pursue an arthroscopy, given the fact that she has significant arthritis and may not benefit from a scope. Examination of the right knee shows medial and lateral joint line tenderness. She has pain with McMurray’s test. Assessments include right knee…

are many different treatment options for an incurable disease. Psoriatic Arthritis is a form of arthritis which is caused by an overactive immune system that stiffens, swells, and causes tremendous pain in joints throughout the body. “Psoriatic Arthritis is most common in adults between the ages of 30 and 50 but can develop in a person of any age, including children” (Psoriatic Arthritis, WebMD, 2014). This form of arthritis can cause permanent damage and deformities and should be treated as…

Rheumatoid arthritis is the most severe type of arthritis. Women are affected with this disease more than men are. It causes progressive deterioration with functional decline, and it leads to disability, and an impaired life quality. Rheumatoid arthritis patients experience a lot of psychological distress compared to someone without this disease. There was a study created to determine whether to rheumatoid arthritis would achieve immediate improvements in heath related outcomes, and whether…

and knees are places where your bones meet. Joint pain may be caused by many conditions and mainly consists of soreness, aches and discomfort in the area where the bones join. Arthritis is one of the most common causes of joint pain as is injury or illness. There are two main forms of arthritis, which are rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. The American College of Rheumatology considers osteoarthritis more common in adults who are 40 years or older. The disease causes pain because it…

Rheumatic arthritis (RA) is a chronic disease and with stressful events, can have acute episodes of pain and inflammation (Arthritis Foundation, 2015). Triggers for rheumatic pain are different for everyone and can be caused by one thing or many things accumulated over time. Given David’s symptoms, his recent bilateral knee pain may be the result of a recent flare up caused by work related stress and stress in the home environment. It is not unusual for people with rheumatoid pain to experience…

My diseases are Huntington’s disease and gouty arthritis. If someone in your family has Huntington's disease it's a great chance you have that disease. Huntington's disease is a rare genetic disease that hits in your middle ages, that's why it's good to know the signs, symptoms, treatments, preventions , and background information. Agonizing pain in your big toe is one of the leading signs of gouty arthritis or gout. If you're a male and after the age of 30 you should know the signs, symptoms,…