Arthritis is an illness that can cause pain and swelling in your joints. Joints are places where two bones meet, such as your elbow or knee. Some kinds of arthritis can cause problems in other organs, such as your eyes, or in your chest. It can affect your skin, too.
Problems may be caused by inflammation , a swelling that can include pain or redness. They are telling you that something is wrong.Genetics
Exactly how much heredity or genetics contributes to the cause of arthritis is not well understood. However, there are likely genetic variations that can contribute to the cause of arthritis.
Age
Cartilage becomes more brittle with age and has less of a capacity to repair itself. As people grow older they are more likely to develop arthritis.
Weight
Because joint damage is partly dependent on the load the joint has to support, excess body weight can lead to arthritis. This is especially true of the hips and knees that can be worn quickly in heavier patients.
Previous Injury
Joint damage can cause irregularities in the normal smooth joint surface.
Some people may worry that arthritis means they won't be able to work or take care of their children and their family. Others think that you just have to accept things like arthritis.
It's true that arthritis can be painful. But there are things you can do to feel better.
There are several kinds of arthritis. The two most common ones are rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis .
The earlier an accurate diagnosis is made and treatment started, the better. Early treatment can often mean less joint damage and less pain. Your doctor may recommend a combination of treatments that may include medication, weight management, exercise, use of heat or cold, and methods to protect your joints from further damage. See your doctor for an early diagnosis and immediate treatment plan!
Protect your joints
Avoid excess stress on your joints. Use larger or stronger joints to carry things. Assistive devices can make tasks at home and work easier. Staying close to your recommended weight also helps relieve damaging pressure on hips and knees.
Get moving
Exercise helps lessen pain, increases range of movement, reduces fatigue and helps you feel better overall. Your doctor, a physical therapist, or other specially trained health professionals can show you range-of-motion exercises and strengthening exercises that are good for arthritis. The Arthritis Foundation also offers water exercise and other classes. Contact your local office for details.
Pick, pour or peel
If you are looking for a tasty healthy treat, reach for an orange – or a tall glass of orange juice. Why? Recent research has shown the importance of vitamin C and other antioxidants in reducing the risk of osteoarthritis and its progression. Another bonus: oranges and other citrus fruits are good sources of folic acid, which can help alleviate the side effects of the arthritis drug methotrexate and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in women who have lupus.
Check out your options
In the past two years, the FDA has approved several drugs for rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and other arthritis-related diseases. If your current medication isn’t working as well as you’d like – or if it’s causing unacceptable side effects – ask your doctor about these new treatment options.
2006-12-29 10:55:49
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answered by Anonymous
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Imagine for a moment your arthritis completely vanishing right now.
If, in a moment, your pain and stiffness melted away. And your joints all of a sudden functioned like a well-oiled machine.
Like a magic wand was waived, you'd be able to jump up from your chair and run around the room like a kid.
And imagine that you'd never have to suffer as much as a pinch of arthritis stiffness or pain ever again.
I know this sounds impossible right now, but bear with me, because sometimes miracles happen.
It was a gift from a woman on the other side of the world. From the kindness of her heart, she took pity on my suffering and taught me how to completely reverse my arthritis.
Today, I want to do the same for you!
2016-05-14 18:05:42
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answered by Anonymous
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I've Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) for 6 1/2 now and no they don't have any cure for that. Mine is getting worst day by day. I've been follow-up by a specialist and I have good medication. But they have others good way to help with the pain. I just start a group on arthritis.
2006-12-29 03:43:39
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answered by Jo-Jo 2
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No there is no cure for arthritis. Doctors usually prescribe Alieve and or muscle relaxers and if it is bad enough, pain killers.
2006-12-29 01:07:28
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answered by Lynnemarie 6
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Any person with arthritis should be checked for food intolerance as any can trigger the arthritis. you can find all the info on www.patrickholford.com
2006-12-29 01:10:27
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answered by trendafilka 3
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you get it after huge accumulation of uric acid coming from the food u eat which has purines which further turns into uric acid.. foods such as nuts, liver, etc are great sources of uric acid. those uric acid will accumulate on your joints and further lead to arthritis (inflammation of the joint; arthro=joint, -itis=inflammation) there are some medications which can lower down your uric acid level.. better check a doctor for that matter. try to be tested with blood uric acid level to figure out the severity of your arthritis.
2006-12-29 01:13:14
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answered by haYiel 2
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Its where the cussion between your bones in your joints is worn away - there is no cure but you can have an operation to replace the cussion. This does'nt last forever but help with the pain - its better to live in warmer conditions to avoid the pain
2006-12-29 01:08:48
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answered by From Mars 2
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can be hereditary or you have a predisposition to it, or you have worn out a particular joint. I am told that it is like having bits of glass stuck in a joint ... and extremely painful. Can reduce adults to tears.
There are plenty of drugs on the market and painkillers. Natural remedies include extract of greenlipped muscle which is favoured, but there is plenty out there.
2006-12-29 01:13:13
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answered by gorgeousfluffpot 5
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Arthritis (from Greek arthro-, joint + -itis, inflammation; plural: arthritides) is a group of conditions where there is damage caused to the joints of the body. Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in people over the age of 65.
There are many forms of arthritis, each of which has a different cause. Rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis are autoimmune diseases in which the body is attacking itself. Septic arthritis is caused by joint infection. Gouty arthritis is caused by deposition of uric acid crystals in the joint that results in subsequent inflammation. Additionally, there is a less common form of gout that is caused by the formation of needle shaped crystals of calcium pyrophosphate. This form of gout is known as pseudogout. The most common form of arthritis, osteoarthritis is also known as degenerative joint disease and occurs following trauma to the joint, following an infection of the joint or simply as a result of aging. There is emerging evidence that abnormal anatomy may contribute to early development of osteoarthritis.
2006-12-29 01:07:29
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answered by amoxi7 3
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there is no cure but i take glucosamine sulphate, you can get it anywhere now. it does work for me but you have to take it everyday and at least 1000mg
2006-12-29 01:19:03
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answered by richardpaul34 3
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