Arthritis Articles
Browse eMedTV's wide range of articles related to arthritis including topics such as osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and arthritis. Use the search box at the top-right corner of the page to find information about other health topics.
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Gout occurs when too much uric acid builds up in the body. This eMedTV article provides information on how often gout occurs and who it affects, and also outlines the four stages of the condition (including asymptomatic hyperuricemia and acute gout).
Arthritis is a term used to describe many conditions that affect the joints. This eMedTV article describes arthritis types (such as osteoarthritis and gout), symptoms (like redness and swelling in the joints), diagnosis, and treatment.
Celebrex is a prescription drug used to treat conditions (such as arthritis) that are related to pain and inflammation. This eMedTV page provides an overview of the drug, its uses, side effects, and dosing information.
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease characterized by painful swelling of the joints. This eMedTV resource explores rheumatoid arthritis symptoms, treatment options, and prognosis -- as well as how often the disease occurs.
Osteoarthritis is a common joint disease in which cartilage has worn away. This eMedTV article provides detailed information about osteoarthritis, including its common symptoms, how many people it affects, and how it can be treated and prevented.
Naproxen is a medicine that is commonly used to reduce pain, inflammation, and stiffness. This eMedTV segment discusses specific naproxen uses and offers details on the drug's dosing information, effects, and potential side effects.
Tylenol is a pain reliever and fever reducer that is available over the counter. This eMedTV page explains how Tylenol works to relieve fever and inflammation, lists the various strengths available, and describes possible side effects that may occur.
Mobic is a prescription drug used to reduce pain, stiffness, and inflammation caused by arthritis. This eMedTV page covers Mobic side effects, strengths, and overdose symptoms -- as well as conditions to tell your doctor about before taking the drug.
Ibuprofen is a medication used to treat pain, inflammation, fever, and stiffness. This eMedTV article provides an overview of ibuprofen, including information about how to take the drug as well as potential side effects it may cause.
During knee replacement surgery, an implant is used to replace a worn-out knee joint. This portion of the eMedTV archives discusses this surgery in detail, including information on how the knee works and possible complications of the procedure.
During a hip replacement, an artificial hip is used to replace a worn-out hip joint. The information in this eMedTV page explains how the hip works, reasons for the surgery, possible complications, and what to expect after the procedure.
Ankylosing spondylitis is an inflammatory disease that most often affects the lower back. This eMedTV article provides an overview of ankylosing spondylitis, including information about symptoms of the condition and treatment options for the disease.
People may use cod liver oil for its health benefits, such as lowering blood pressure and triglycerides. This eMedTV page explains what else cod liver oil may be used for, discusses its effectiveness, and lists potential side effects that may occur.
Remicade is a prescription medication that is approved to treat certain inflammatory conditions. This eMedTV page explains how the drug works to relieve symptoms of these conditions, lists potential side effects, and covers general dosing guidelines.
A gout diet aims to reduce the amount of uric acid in the body. As this eMedTV article explains, gravy, liver, and trout are a few of the foods to avoid if you have gout. Fruits and diary products are among the foods you can eat as desired.
Etodolac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug that is used to treat arthritis symptoms and general pain. This eMedTV resource explains how the drug works and offers more detailed information on its specific uses, overdose symptoms, and more.
Voltaren is used to treat symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain and stiffness. This eMedTV article explains how the drug works, lists possible side effects, and offers things to consider before taking it.
Enbrel is a prescription drug that treats several inflammatory conditions that affect the joints and skin. This eMedTV article explains how Enbrel relieves the symptoms of these conditions, lists side effects, and covers general dosing guidelines.
There are no foods that cause gout. But this eMedTV page lists some foods that can raise the risk of developing gout (such as liver and other organ meats), and also explains how diet can contribute to gout attacks in people who already have gout.
Knee replacement surgery is typically performed to replace a knee joint that is worn out. This portion of the eMedTV archives discusses what happens before, during, and after this surgery and what the implant is typically made of.
