ARTHRITIS

Types of Arthritis:Rheumatoid ArthritisOsteoarthritisJuvenile ArthritisGouty Arthritis

Rheumatoid Arthritisa chronic inflammatory

disorder that typically affects the small joints in your hands and feet.

affects the lining of your joints, causing a painful swelling that can eventually result in bone erosion and joint deformity

An autoimmune disorder, rheumatoid arthritis occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks your own body's tissues

sometimes can affect other organs of the body — such as the skin, eyes, lungs and blood vessels.

Although rheumatoid arthritis can occur at any age, it usually begins after age 40.

The disorder is much more common in women than in men.

Symptoms:Tender, warm, swollen jointsMorning stiffness that may

last for hoursFirm bumps of tissue under

the skin on your arms (rheumatoid nodules)

Fatigue, fever and weight loss

Risk Factors:Gender. FemaleAge. commonly begins

between the ages of 40 and 60Family history. 

Complications:OsteoporosisCarpal tunnel syndromeHeart problemsLung disease

Laboratory ExamBlood tests.

elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate

X-rays

Treatments:There is no known cure for

rheumatoid arthritis. To date, the goal of treatment in rheumatoid arthritis is to reduce joint inflammation and pain, maximize joint function, and prevent joint destruction and deformity.

MedicationsTherapySurgeryHome Care: Exercise regularly,

Apply heat or cold, Rest

Osteoarthritisthe most common form of

arthritis, affecting millions of people around the world.

occurs when the protective cartilage on the ends of your bones wears down over time.

Symptoms:PainTendernessStiffnessLoss of flexibilityGrating sensation

Cause:occurs when the cartilage that

cushions the ends of bones in your joints deteriorates over time

Risk Factors:Older ageGenderJoint injuriesObesityCertain occupations

Laboratory Exam:X-rays Blood testsJoint fluid analysis

Treatments:MedicationsTherapySurgery

Home Care: Rest, Exercise, Lose weight,

Use heat and cold to manage pain, Apply over-the-counter pain creams, Use assistive devices

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