There are many causes of gout. But, the primary cause is when there is a build up of uric acid on the joints. The elevated level of uric acid is referred to as hyperuricemia which starts when the liver produces lots of uric acid and the body can no longer eliminate it.
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Here on the East Coast a sign that summer is fading is the constant music of the tree cicadas awaking us in the morning and serenading us at night. In spite of this signaling of the beginning of the end of summer, I could think of no better song with which to exit the season. The chorus of the roari
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Nitric oxide (NO) may play important roles in RA, and suggestions have been made to use NO as a marker of disease activity. This review updates on the latest findings.
Golfers have passion for the game but not for the pain and inflammation associated with arthritis. Since anti-inflammatories, ibuprofen, and aspirin can cause undesirable side effects, natural solutions proven to be very effective have been made available.
Natural Arthritis Pain Relief nowadays is still considered taboo in the medicine world. It is a hippie medicine or witchcraft. However, the uses of the natural remedies are getting popular because of the low to no side effects it offers.
WebMD describes the benefits of exercising with arthritis. Learn about range-of-motion, strengthening, endurance, and other types of exercise routines.
In a FDA Talk Paper, physicians were advised about new safety concerns regarding the use of Enbrel, the first of a new class of drugs for rheumatoid arthritis known as biologic response modifiers.
Treatment for ankylosing spondylitis focuses on relieving pain and stiffness, reducing inflammation, keeping the condition from getting worse, and enabling you to continue daily activities.
The effectiveness of IL-1 inhibition in hereditary autoinflammatory syndromes suggests that IL-1 inhibition might be effective in acute gout. This is examined in this study.
There are a number of diseases, which have been associated to paving the platform for arthritis. They believe that there are numerous autoimmune diseases, which can cause arthritis.
Since our bodies rely heavily on the urinary system to rid us of excess Uric Acid, it is easy to understand why good hydration and fluid balance is so important. The balance of fluids in our systems plays an integral role in Gout prevention, cure and gout treatment.
Stephen Paget, MD, on some of the studies and new developments at the 2008 ACR meeting. Role of vitamin D in inflammatory diseases, gout, and spondyloarthropathies are some of the studies highlighted.
Which came first, the bone loss or inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis?
Certain foods might trigger fibromyalgia symptoms. WebMD tells you how diet can help you avoid fatigue and boost your energy.
Exercise improved pain and memory in women with fibromyalgia, even without medication, suggests a new study.
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A new study shows the ancient Chinese movement art of tai chi can help ease knee pain in people who have severe osteoarthritis.
The cold winds of winter bring snow and fun, but they can also cause joint pain to worsen. When joint pain becomes difficult to deal with it's easy to miss out on all the joy and love this wonderful season has to offer. Changes in the atmosphere's barometric pressure can cause minor joint
