Arthritis Causes, Symptoms and Diagnosis
With the increasing incidents rate of arthritis all over the world, it is a cause of concern for the medical world. Here is a general overview of arthritis, its various types available treatments and so on.
Read about Arthritis Disease presented in simple way:
Arthritis is a disease of the joints in which the patient experiences pain because the cartilage between the bones gets damaged. It is a chronic disease that stays for a long time and even for rest of the life. The most common types of arthritis are – Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis and gout.
This disease mainly occurs in the edge group of 40 to 60 years, but it can also affect people from other age groups – even small children. It has been seen that women suffer from arthritis more than men. Obesity, lack of exercise and rapid loss of calcium during post – menopause are a few reason for this.
The symptoms of arthritis depend on its type. They include swelling in the joints, extreme pain, morning stiffness, redness, joint locking or joint crepitus. In children, the symptoms can be little different like fever, blotchy rash on the arms or legs and joint swelling. However it is important to undergo proper tests for diagnosis.
If arthritis is diagnosed in time, anti-inflammatory medicines can be useful to control the swelling and relief pain and stiffness. It is important to maintain a proper wait in order to reduce the joint pain. Modifications in our lifestyle and day to day activities also help. Physiotherapy, yoga, light massage and swimming too help to keep the joints moving well and the muscles in good condition.
In case the medicines do not affect joint replacement surgery is recommended depending on the specific requirements of the patient. The advancement in medical technology now helps patients to recover from the surgery more quickly and efficiently. With the improved modern surgical procedure, patients are able to enjoy life like they did before arthritis.
Seek medical help as soon as there is any occurrence of joint pain. The quicker arthritis is diagnosed the more is the chance for you to recover effectively.
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Anuradha Ramkumar | Nov 24, 2009 | Reply
Excellent article. I’m sure you’ve done a detailed research before writing this.
abhishek40914 | Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
very informative and useful.
martie | Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
I have actually never known anyone who actually recovered from arthritis, but there is a lot that can be done, to ease pain and swelling and keeping active is one of those things that really help.
Lachu | Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
thanks for the information….
Goodselfme | Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
TX for sharing this info.
Linda Lori | Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
Great info!
svishnugopal | Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
well done saurav, i am on my way following you with arthritis article..just watch…
craigz | Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
Good information and well researched. Thanks
Themax | Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
very informative and great article mate,Thanks
lillyrose | Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
very good article. I wish you had described what kind of pain you get, throbbing pain like a tooth ache or stabbing pain ect although it probably depends on the type of arthritis.
Priyanka Bhowmick | Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
quite useful n helpful infos… once u r caught by arthritis u suffer 4m pain all ur life…. gr8 article!!
Christine Ramsay | Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
You have described the condition well. I have had it for more than twenty years and have had some joint replacements but there are now some good herbal remedies which can help the condition if taken regularly. Good work.
Christine
chitragopi | Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
well explained and useful
diamondpoet | Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
This disease is hereditary in my family, thanks for sharing this article, it was very informative.
PhoenixRox | Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
I know someone who suffers from Rheumatoid Arthritis. It is a very painful life. I am glad you did great research with this one too! God bless
cebuanaeyez | Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
Well researched!
CA Johnson | Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
This is very helpful information, rajeev. My grandmother has arthritis in her hands and it hurts her a lot. Now you gave me something to tell her about it. Thanks so much.
Alexa Gates | Nov 25, 2009 | Reply
Great info to know
valli | Nov 26, 2009 | Reply
Good info.
Lord Banks | Nov 26, 2009 | Reply
I’m awaiting a hip replacement I’m 45, good article the pain involved with arthirits can not be under estimated.