Arthritis Articles A-Z
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Imuran Warnings and Precautions
Imuran can increase your risk of certain types of cancer and can interfere with your immune system. This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at other important Imuran warnings and precautions, including a list of those who should not take the drug.
This eMedTV page explains that Imuran is approved for preventing kidney transplant rejection and treating rheumatoid arthritis. This page also offers general precautions for taking the prescription drug. Imuron is a common misspelling of Imuran.
| In The Hospital After Total Hip Replacement |
This video clip covers what to expect in the hospital after reconstruction surgery.
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| In The Hospital After Total Knee Replacement |
This video clip covers what to expect in the hospital after reconstruction surgery.
| In the Operating Room (Knee Arthroscopy With Synovectomy) |
This video segment explains what will happen in the operating room just before your procedure begins.
This eMedTV page explains that Enbrel treats inflammatory conditions of the joints and skin, such as rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis. This page explains how Enbrel works and explains when to take the drug. Inbrel is a common misspelling of Enbrel.
Indomethacin is a drug that may be used to relieve pain, fever, inflammation, and swelling. This eMedTV article provides a brief overview of the medication and offers a link to more information. Indometacin is a common misspelling of indomethacin.
Indomethacin is a prescription drug that is used to relieve pain and inflammation. As this eMedTV page explains, indomethacin may also be used to reduce fever, swelling, and stiffness caused by arthritis or other painful conditions.
Common indomethacin side effects may include abdominal pain (or stomach pain), diarrhea, and dizziness. This eMedTV segment discusses side effects of indomethacin, including rare but serious health problems that may occur with the medication.
Indomethacin uses most commonly include the relief of arthritis symptoms, gout symptoms, and shoulder pain. This eMedTV page discusses these uses of indomethacin and identifies possible off-label uses of the drug.
Indomethacin is a prescription pain medication that belongs to the class of drugs called NSAIDs. This eMedTV segment covers indomethacin uses and explains how this drug works for pain relief. Indomethacine is a common misspelling of indomethacin.
Indomethacin is an NSAID used for relieving pain caused by arthritis and other conditions. This eMedTV resource describes how indomethacin works and explains what side effects may occur. Indomethican is a common misspelling of indomethacin.
Indomethacin is a medication used for treating symptoms of various types of arthritis. This eMedTV article explains how this drug works, describes its effects, and lists its potential side effects. Indomethicin is a common misspelling of indomethacin.
| Infection (Total Knee Replacement Risks) |
This video segment discusses the level of risk for infection associated with this procedure.
Infection After Total Knee Replacement
An infection after total knee replacement surgery occurs in about 1 to 2 out of every 100 surgeries. This eMedTV Web page discusses the range of infections that can occur and explains how they may be treated with antibiotics or a repeat surgery.
Infection With a Total Hip Replacement
While an infection following total hip replacement can occur, as this page of the eMedTV library explains, this complication occurs only rarely. This page explains where infections can occur and how they are typically treated: antibiotics or surgery.
Infectious arthritis is a general term that refers to joint inflammation caused by germs. This eMedTV article describes some of the different types of infectious arthritis (such as septic arthritis) and explains how they are diagnosed and treated.
Causes of infectious arthritis may be bacterial, viral, or fungal. This portion of the eMedTV archives provides examples of bacteria, viruses, and fungi that may be infectious arthritis causes.
Infectious Arthritis Information
Symptoms of infectious arthritis may include such things as severe joint pain, fever, and a rash. This eMedTV Web page explains that the infectious arthritis symptoms a person has may differ depending on what's causing the arthritis.
Infectious Arthritis Treatment
In cases involving infectious arthritis, treatment may involve medications and joint drainage or surgery. This eMedTV article explains how different types of infectious arthritis are treated and includes links to additional information.
Information about Rheumatoid Arthritis
Information on Azulfidine EN-Tabs
Cod liver oil may increase the risk of bleeding and can modestly decrease blood pressure. This eMedTV page explains other important cod liver oil safety concerns to be aware of before using the supplement and offers tips on how to buy a safe product.
Children with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis may experience joint pain and swelling. This eMedTV resource lists other symptoms and explains how to treat the disease. Juvenile rhematoid arthritis is a common misspelling of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
Juvenile Rheumatoid Artharitis
Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is the most common type of arthritis that affects children. This eMedTV page lists symptoms and treatment goals of this condition. Juvenile rheumatoid artharitis is a common misspelling of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is a type of arthritis that occurs in children. This eMedTV article lists common symptoms and treatment options for this condition. Juvenile rheumatoid arthirtis is a common misspelling of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
Children with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis have joint inflammation or stiffness for more than six weeks. This eMedTV page further explores this type of arthritis. Juvenile rheumatoid arthritas is a common misspelling of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthrithis
Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that affects children ages 16 or younger. This eMedTV segment explains how to treat this type of arthritis. Juvenile rheumatoid arthrithis is a common misspelling of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis causes joint inflammation for more than six weeks in children younger than 16. This eMedTV article provides an overview of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, including information about its symptoms and how they are treated.
Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms
Symptoms of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis often include joint swelling, pain, and stiffness. This eMedTV segment discusses juvenile rheumatoid arthritis symptoms, which can include spiking fevers, unexplained rashes, and inflammation of the eye.
Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory disease that affects children ages 16 or younger. This eMedTV page describes the effects of this type of arthritis. Juvenile rheumatoid arthrtis is a common misspelling of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is the most common form of arthritis seen in children. This eMedTV segment offers a brief look at this condition and its symptoms. Juvenile rhuemetoid arthritis is a common misspelling of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
As this eMedTV article explains, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is a condition that may cause joint pain and swelling in children 16 years of age or less. Juvenile rhumetoid arthritis is a common misspelling of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is characterized by joint swelling and stiffness (lasting longer than six weeks) in a child 16 years of age or less. Juvenille arthritis is a common misspelling and variation of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
Kineret is a rheumatoid arthritis medication that is prescribed when other drugs have failed to work. This eMedTV page describes how Kineret works, offers dosing information for the drug, and explains what you should know before starting treatment.
At this time, no studies have been conducted on the link between Kineret and breastfeeding. As this eMedTV page explains, since it is not known whether Kineret passes through breast milk, consult your doctor before using the drug while breastfeeding.
Kineret is generally considered safe to be used during pregnancy. As this eMedTV resource explains, studies on Kineret and pregnancy show that the drug did not cause any problems when it was given in high doses to pregnant animals.
The recommended dose for most people starting Kineret is 100 mg once a day. This part of the eMedTV archives also includes Kineret dosing recommendations for people with severe kidney disease and offers tips for taking the medicine.
When TNF inhibitors or live vaccines are used with Kineret, drug interactions may potentially occur. This eMedTV Web page offers more information on Kineret interactions and explains what may happen when these drugs are taken together.
Kineret For Rheumatoid Arthritis
Common Kineret side effects may include diarrhea, headaches, and nausea. This eMedTV Web page describes the potential side effects of Kineret in more detail, including a list of serious side effects that require immediate medical attention.
Kineret is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis in people who have not responded to other medicines. This eMedTV Web page explains how Kineret works for rheumatoid arthritis and lists common "off-label" Kineret uses.
Kineret Warnings and Precautions
Kineret can increase your risk of developing potentially serious infections. This eMedTV page contains other Kineret warnings and precautions, and also provides a list of medical conditions you should tell your doctor about before starting the drug.
The knees are one of the most common places where osteoarthritis develops. This eMedTV article lists possible symptoms and explains how you can help prevent the condition. Knee arthiritis is a common misspelling and variation of knee osteoarthritis.
| Knee Arthritis (Overview) |
Arthritis, as this video clip explains, can affect several joints, including the knee.
Knee osteoarthritis is often associated with older age or being overweight. This eMedTV article lists other risk factors and describes the effects of the condition. Knee arthritus is a common misspelling and variation of knee osteoarthritis.
| Knee Arthroscopy for Loose Bodies |
This multimedia video explains how loose bodies are removed from the knee.
| Knee Arthroscopy With Synovectomy - Presentation Summary |
This video summary provides an overview of knee arthroscopy with synovectomy.
| Knee Arthroscopy With Synovectomy -- Major Complications |
This multimedia clip introduces possible major complications.
| Knee Arthroscopy With Synovectomy -- Minor Complications |
This interactive video discusses possible minor complications with this procedure.
| Knee Arthroscopy with Synovectomy -- The Procedure |
This video segment explains what knee arthroscopy with synovectomy is and how it is performed.
| Knee Arthroscopy With Synovectomy Risks -- Abnormal Scarring |
This multimedia clip addresses the issue of abnormal scarring, which may occur with this procedure.
| Knee Arthroscopy With Synovectomy Risks -- Allergic Reaction To Medication |
This video explains why allergic reactions to medicines occur and how likely they are.
| Knee Arthroscopy With Synovectomy Risks -- Blood Clots |
This video clip deals with blood clots after surgery.
| Knee Arthroscopy With Synovectomy Risks -- Final Thoughts |
This video clip discusses the likelihood of complications occurring with your procedure.
| Knee Arthroscopy With Synovectomy Risks -- Infection |
This clip discusses the possibility of developing an infection after this procedure.
| Knee Arthroscopy With Synovectomy Risks -- Medical Equipment Failure |
This clip describes the way medical equipment can fail.
| Knee Arthroscopy With Synovectomy Risks as a Diabetic |
This video clip explains some of the health risks associated with diabetes.
This eMedTV article covers knee osteoarthritis, a type of osteoarthritis that can be linked with being overweight, having weak thigh muscles, or injuring or overusing the knees. This page covers knee osteoarthritis symptoms, treatment, and prevention.
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