There are currently 37 million Americans suffering from arthritis and other rheumatic conditions. What is arthritis, and why is it so difficult to bear? Arthritis can refer to a variety of joint problems that cause pain, swelling, and stiffness. Arthritis simply refers to inflammation of a joint. This disease can affect anyone, regardless of age. However, arthritis is more common in older people. There are many types. There are about 100 types of arthritis at the moment. Each one has its own set symptoms. No one knows what triggers most of these symptoms.
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There seems to be a connection between them and heredity and hormonal imbalance, and/or other immune system issues. Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Gout, and Lupus are some of the most common forms of arthritis. Rheumatoid is caused by inflammation of the joint membrane. Rheumatoid arthritis is characterized by stiffness, pain, and swelling in multiple joints. It can also affect the hands, wrists, and feet. Osteoarthritis is caused by the degeneration of the joint cartilages due to old age.
As we age, the cartilages begin to wear away and the bones rub against one another. This friction causes joint pain and can lead to hardening of bones below the cartilages. Bone spurs may also form around the affected joints. Osteoarthritis is most commonly seen in the fingers, hips, and knees.
Gout
Gout is a condition in which the body fails to process purines (naturally occurring chemicals found within certain foods like liver, kidney, and anchovies). Gout is a condition where uric acid crystals build up in the affected joints, causing burning pain, stiffness, and swelling. Gout is a common condition that affects the big toes as well as the ankle, knees and wrists. It was more common in men than it was in women.
Lupus is more common in men than it is in women. This medical condition is unique in that the body’s immune system attacks the body’s healthy cells. This disease can cause joint pains, fatigue, and mouth sores. It is possible to not have arthritis. The best thing anyone can do is to try to prevent the onset and progression of the disease.
Remember
Regular exercise is a good idea. Regular exercise can help to relieve or prevent arthritic symptoms. Moderate exercise can strengthen the muscles around joints, nourish the joint cartilages, and aid in the elimination of metabolic junks. It is best to avoid repetitive, jarring activities like high-impact aerobic exercise. These activities can only worsen the pain. Maintain a healthy weight. Being overweight places more strain on the joints. Being healthy can slow down the progression of arthritis.