Juvenile Arthritis
There’s a good chance that kids will age out of junior joint problems, says rheumatologist Michael Blakely.
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Tag Archives: arthritis
An Apple a Day
Artist and blogger Jenna Visscher has been painting apples for a cause—finding a cure for her disease, ankylosing spondylitis, the most overlooked cause of persistent back pain in young adults.
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Medical Breakthroughs: Past and Present
Throughout its long history, the Saturday Evening Post magazine has featured breakthrough advances in medicine and science that revolutionize health care and transform people’s lives, helping them live longer, happier lives.
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Crooked Finger?
The little finger on my left hand kinks up into a hook. Is this problem caused by arthritis? I can hardly tie my shoes. Please advise.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
Virtual communities offer real-life support for patients and their families.
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Stronger Muscles, Healthier Joints
10 exercises for every day and every body.
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“Crinkling” of the Retina
I was diagnosed with polymyalgia rheumatica about seven years ago. Recently, my sedimentation rate was elevated and a rheumatologist prescribed Hydroxychlor (generic name: plaquenil). He also suggested that I see my eye doctor every six months, as the drug can cause eye problems.
My sed rate is back to normal, and I am doing much better. However, I am having “crinkling” of the retina. My eye doctor says this is not due to the Hydroxychlor. Can you tell me what might cause the crinkling to develop? My vision is now slightly blurred. Thank you for any comments.
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Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis
To E.J.: Osteoarthritis (OA) is often associated with aging and may also have a genetic component. It occurs when cartilage in the joints breaks down and causes pain. OA is irreversible and treated with pain killers such as Tylenol, ibuprofen, Celebrex, and others. Injections into the joint or joint replacement surgery may be indicated in ... More
One-Minute Fitness Tips
Dear Dr. SerVaas, I imagine many readers might benefit from my suggestion to improve health: In what would otherwise be wasted minutes “holding” on the phone, do your daily exercises. I happen to have a compressed nerve in my back as well as arthritic knees. My physician gave me specific exercises to help alleviate the ... More
