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Arthritis

Current topics:

• - Keto diet for RA
  I been doing some reading i take methotrexate  and they say u can take keto to  reduces swelling is this true 
• - Cataract caused by long term steroid use
  Having recently been diagnosed with a cataract in my left eye caused by long-term steroid use I wondered if anybody else has experienced this and do people know about this?? I have also been on hydro
• - Do your friends and family understand your condition?
  Hello everyone, Having a chronic condition, such as RA, is difficult for many reasons but sometimes the most difficult thing is having the people around understand what you're really going through ea

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• - What treatments do you/have you used? Success?
  Hello. There are many  levels of treatments for RA: NSAIDs, Steroids, DMARDs, and Biologic agents, and within each level, many different options. Please share what type of treatment you have used and
• - Side effects of methotrexate
  Hi im Jo. Ive been on methotrexate injection and cimzia injection for about 2 years now to treat inflammatory arthritis. I also have fibromyalgia and ulcerative colitis.  After having a growth remove
• - Turmeric
  hi all been taking turmeric for the last 2 weeks and have found it very good for easing the pain and inflammation on my wrists and fatigue do not feel so tired anymore even though I get up at 4 in the

Current topics:

• - Anyone else taking Turmeric?
  I have been taking Turmeric for some 3 months now I have had arthritis for many years, and always suffered with a bloated stomach and terribly  belching, since taking the Turmeric, the bloating and t
• - Club Foot-I am looking for fellow clubbies?
  Good Morning, I am looking for others with club feet.  It does appear that there are only 6 of us on the whole of carenity so i am hoping i can bring us all together on this discussion. Thank you 
• - The 10 best foods for arthritis patients
  Arthritis in all its types causes pain and inflammation which can be controlled with medication and healthy lifestyle. For example, there are many foods that can ease inflammation and may help relieve

Current topics:

• - 9 Arthritis Pain Relief Tips for Winter Weather
  Many arthritis sufferers complain of aching joints during the cold season. Whether the joint pain/weather connection is scientifically true or not, you can still use these arthritis pain-relief tips w
• - 16 Tips for Traveling With Rheumatoid Arthritis
  Whether you travel for business or pleasure, you know rheumatoid arthritis is one thing that will always come with you. But you can still go wherever you need or want to go. Make it easier on yourself
• - 7 Hacks That Can Help Rheumatoid Arthritis Hand Pain
  Sometimes you’re not near your specially purchased gadgets. Or maybe you don’t want to spend money on an item you might not use too often. That’s where "hacks" come in. Hacks are a clever way of

Current topics:

• - Where is your osteoarthritis?
  Osteoarthritis is the most prevalent form of arthritis and it most commonly occurs in the spine, hands, hips, and knees. Where does your osteoarthritis affect you? Is it just one location or several
• - Bone spurs: do you get them and where?
  Hello, Bone spurs (extra bits of bone, which feel like hard lumps, that form around the affected joint) are unfortunately a symptom of osteoarthritis that many people are impacted by. Do you get bone
• - What caused your osteoarthritis?
  The actual reason for osteoarthritis is unknown and several factors can play into developing this condition. For different people the suspected cause of osteoarthritis can change. For some, it is dir

Current topics:

• - Weight management
  One of the treatments for osteoarthritis is weight management. Losing weight can decrease pressure on bones and cartilage, and thus reduce pain. Did you have to lose weight in order to improve your
• - Osteoarthritis and biologics
   hi, I wanted to know if anyone has tried biologic injections for osteoarthritis? Is it even available in the UK?
• - Surgery for osteoarthritis
  Surgery can be an option for those patients with osteoarthritis who have shown no signs of improvement after being treated by pain medication, physical therapy, natural remedies, weight loss and exerc

Current topics:

• - 5 exercises for osteoarthritis in the hands
  Exercise is one of the best ways to manage osteoarthritis. Exercise strengthens your muscles, to reduce pressure made on joints, and helps joints move easier and remain lubricated. If you have osteoa
• - 12 Pain Relief Tips for Knee Osteoarthritis
  Medications — such as anti-inflammatories, intra-articular steroids, and hyaluronate injections — are often prescribed to treat osteoarthritis knee pain. However, natural remedies can also help pr
• - 9 Ways You Can Sleep Better with Osteoarthritis
  Osteoarthritis can cause pain at night as well as during the day, which can wake you up and make your sleep pattern irregular, which in its turn causes fatigue, more pain, etc. Good news, there are th