Archive for the ‘Arthritis’ Category
Still’s Disease, from Childhood to Adulthood
The most common joint disorder affecting people is arthritis. Generally, this disease targets adult, but it attacks children as well. Most of these types of arthritis can be treated. There are some, though, that are very difficult to diagnose. Still’s Disease is an example of that class of arthritis. Only through the process of elimination of other illnesses can this condition be diagnosed. This disease was discovered by an English physician Sir George Frederic Still. Subsequently, the disease...
The Two Types of Wrist Arthritis
The number of arthritis sufferers in the world today is very much bloated. Most of us might just know someone who is suffering from arthritis. Many people have gotten better already while others are not so lucky at all. In general, wrist arthritis is one of the worst kinds of disease to ever befall the human race. Why? It is because of the mere fact that it impairs the freedom of movement. It is like being chained by an invisible shackle, a shackle that is painful both physically and mentally. Having...
Secondary Types of Arthritis as Result/Reaction to Other Illness
Arthritis is known by many as the leading cause of disability of people at the age group of 55 and over. Although not as prevalent in young people as compared in older people, there is still a high probability that young men and women could be affected by this condition. Even the pediatric age can also be affected. There are many types of arthritis, depending upon the symptoms and characteristics exhibited by the condition. Arthritis is classified into three types: primary types of arthritis, secondary...
Rheumatoid Arthritis: An Ancient and Unstoppable Disease?
Rheumatoid arthritis is a type of arthritis that causes the immune system to attack the joints. It causes inflammation, thus causing pain that will eventually lead to immobility and erosion of the joints. It may also damage other organs, such as the skin, lungs, heart, and blood vessels. This type of arthritis is progressive, which means that this disease may start at an early age and continue until the person reaches 80 years old and so forth. There is a strong chance that it will lead to severe...
Psoriatic Arthritis and the Pitting of Nails
When people hear the words “joint disorder”, the first word to comes to mind is arthritis. Why not? It is one of the numerous joint disorders today. There are many types of arthritis. An example is psoriatic arthritis. It affects 10-30% of people suffering from the skin illness to psoriasis. This type of arthritis commonly attacks people from the ages 30-50, but it has also been known to attack young and, even, children. Men and women are equally affected by this condition. People suffering...