Arthritis symptoms can vary depending on what type of arthritis you have. Arthritis can affect several part of the body and can be caused by several different factors. Although many of the arthritis symptoms may be similar, there are also some differences. Here are a few examples of arthritis symptoms.
Ankylosing spondylitis is arthritis of the joints in the spine. It is also known as Marie-Strumpell disease and rheumatoid spondylitis. This disorder affects multiple organs such as eyes, heart, lungs, skin, and gastrointestinal tract. Symptoms of this arthritis include: low back and hip pain and stiffness; difficulty expanding the chest; pain in neck, shoulders, knees, and ankles; low-grade fever; fatigue; weight loss. Initial arthritis symptoms are uncommon after the age of 30, although patient may not be diagnosed until after then.
Bursitis is another form of arthritis. Bursitis usually affects the hip, shoulder, and elbow. But it can also affect the knee, heel, or base of big toe. Usually this affects athletes, golfers, baseball players, or people who are out of shape and have poor posture. This arthritis’ symptoms are pain and stiffness in the joint. Arthritis symptoms become worse when joint is used. The joint may also be swollen and warm to the touch.
Juvenile arthritis symptoms are similar to the adult symptoms. There is pain, swelling, and joint stiffness. Symptoms can come and go. Young children especially do not complain about their arthritis symptoms. Parents may not notice until they see their child limping, avoiding physical activity, or acting unusually clumsy.
Osteoarthritis is the most common form in older people. It is brought on partly by long-term everyday use. Depending on which part of the body is affected, arthritis symptoms may vary. Most people with osteoarthritis in their fingers don’t even know about it unless an x-ray reveals deterioration in the cartilage. Arthritis symptoms are standard with pain and swelling. With osteoarthritis though, even though the arthritis never goes away, the pain fades over time.
Gout is a form of arthritis where the body has too much uric acid. The symptoms of gout arthritis are intense pain in the joint (usually the big toe). It may also become red, swollen, and warm to the touch. At times, gout can occur in the wrists, ankles, and knees. Arthritis symptoms may not come back for several years. But if crystals formed by the uric acid are left untreated, it can destroy part of the bone.
Rheumatoid arthritis is caused by an overactive immune system. Arthritis symptoms usually start out as minor stiffness and pain. It may come and go, but eventually the arthritis systems get worse and more frequent. Treatment for this is most effective if caught within the first few months.
If you have some arthritis symptoms, contact your doctor. Treatments are always more effective if they are caught in the early stages. You can also get more information on arthritis symptoms from the Arthritis Foundation.
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Health and Fitness
Being active makes a person healthy and strong. It is not just for people who have a weight problem but for everyone who likes to stay fit.
There is a lot a person can do such jog or walk every morning, play basketball or any other sport with friends but if a person wants to have muscles and look lean, then one can sign up and workout in a gym.
People workout for 3 reasons;
The first is that the person is overweight and the only way to lose those extra pounds will be to reduce ones calorie intake and at the same time workout in the gym.
The second is that the person is underweight and the only way to add extra pounds is to have more calories in ones diet and workout.
The third is just for fun and to keep that person in shape.
The best exercise plan should have cardiovascular and weight training exercises. This helps burn calories and increase the muscle to fat ratio that will increase ones metabolism and gain or lose weight.
Just like taking any medicine, one should first consult the doctor before undergoing any form of exercise.
Here are some benefits of exercising;
1. It is the easiest way to maintain and improve ones health from a variety of diseases and premature death.
2. Studies have shown that it makes a person feels happier and increases ones self esteem preventing one from falling into depression or anxiety.
3. An active lifestyle makes a person live longer than a person who doesn’t.
Working out for someone who has not done it before should be done gradually. Endurance will not be built in a day and doing it repeatedly will surely be beneficial to the person.
It is advisable to workout regularly with a reasonable diet.
A person can consult with a dietitian or a health professional to really help plan a good diet program. It starts by evaluating the lifestyle and the health of the patient before any program can be made.
Afterwards, this is thoroughly discussed and recommended to the person which usually consists of an eating plan and an exercise program that does not require the use of supplements or one to purchase any expensive fitness equipment.
A good diet should have food from all the food groups.
This is made up by 2 things. The first is carbohydrates. The food that a person consumes should have vitamins, minerals and fiber. A lot of this can come from oats, rice, potatoes and cereals. The best still come from vegetables and fruits since these have phytochemicals, enzymes and micronutrients that are essential for a healthy diet.
The second is fat which can come from mono and poly saturated food sources rather than animal fats. Since fat contains more than double the number of calories in food, this should be taken in small quantities to gain or lose weight.
Another way to stay healthy is to give up some vices. Most people smoke and drink. Smoking has been proven to cause lung cancer and other diseases as well complications for women giving birth. Excessive drinking has also shown to do the same.
For people who don’t smoke, it is best to stay away from people who do since studies have shown that nonsmokers are also at risk of developing cancer due to secondary smoke inhalation.
There is a lot a person can do such jog or walk every morning, play basketball or any other sport with friends but if a person wants to have muscles and look lean, then one can sign up and workout in a gym.
People workout for 3 reasons;
The first is that the person is overweight and the only way to lose those extra pounds will be to reduce ones calorie intake and at the same time workout in the gym.
The second is that the person is underweight and the only way to add extra pounds is to have more calories in ones diet and workout.
The third is just for fun and to keep that person in shape.
The best exercise plan should have cardiovascular and weight training exercises. This helps burn calories and increase the muscle to fat ratio that will increase ones metabolism and gain or lose weight.
Just like taking any medicine, one should first consult the doctor before undergoing any form of exercise.
Here are some benefits of exercising;
1. It is the easiest way to maintain and improve ones health from a variety of diseases and premature death.
2. Studies have shown that it makes a person feels happier and increases ones self esteem preventing one from falling into depression or anxiety.
3. An active lifestyle makes a person live longer than a person who doesn’t.
Working out for someone who has not done it before should be done gradually. Endurance will not be built in a day and doing it repeatedly will surely be beneficial to the person.
It is advisable to workout regularly with a reasonable diet.
A person can consult with a dietitian or a health professional to really help plan a good diet program. It starts by evaluating the lifestyle and the health of the patient before any program can be made.
Afterwards, this is thoroughly discussed and recommended to the person which usually consists of an eating plan and an exercise program that does not require the use of supplements or one to purchase any expensive fitness equipment.
A good diet should have food from all the food groups.
This is made up by 2 things. The first is carbohydrates. The food that a person consumes should have vitamins, minerals and fiber. A lot of this can come from oats, rice, potatoes and cereals. The best still come from vegetables and fruits since these have phytochemicals, enzymes and micronutrients that are essential for a healthy diet.
The second is fat which can come from mono and poly saturated food sources rather than animal fats. Since fat contains more than double the number of calories in food, this should be taken in small quantities to gain or lose weight.
Another way to stay healthy is to give up some vices. Most people smoke and drink. Smoking has been proven to cause lung cancer and other diseases as well complications for women giving birth. Excessive drinking has also shown to do the same.
For people who don’t smoke, it is best to stay away from people who do since studies have shown that nonsmokers are also at risk of developing cancer due to secondary smoke inhalation.
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Do you have Dark Circle Problem, say goodbye:
Dark Circle is really a terrific problem for the teenagers. so here are some useful tips to overcome dark circles.
Tip 1: Dermatologies mostly suggest Vitamin K eye cream to pooled blood underneath the thin skin of the eye area.
Tip 2: Try sunscreen since the sun reduces pigmentation in the skin.
Tip 3: sleep well relaxably, that is sleep for minimum 7-8 hrs and check the changes in your dark circle.
Tip 4: Try a skin concealer that matches your skin tone
Tip 1: Dermatologies mostly suggest Vitamin K eye cream to pooled blood underneath the thin skin of the eye area.
Tip 2: Try sunscreen since the sun reduces pigmentation in the skin.
Tip 3: sleep well relaxably, that is sleep for minimum 7-8 hrs and check the changes in your dark circle.
Tip 4: Try a skin concealer that matches your skin tone
How to preventing and controlling Heartburn, some useful tips..
1.)Avoid using Pain killers that may contribute to heartburn also avoid drugs(medicine) that causes heartburn
2.)Always examine your diet since some kind of foods that seems to trigger heartburn eg. caffeine, chocolate, etc., avoid taking fatty foods.
3.)should strictly quit smoking and consuming alcohol
4.) maintain your weight to avoid excess weight since this can alleviate heartburn
5.) have the habbit of eating small and frequent meals rather than taking three large ones every day.
6.)follow some regular exersise to reduce stress and to maintain weight
2.)Always examine your diet since some kind of foods that seems to trigger heartburn eg. caffeine, chocolate, etc., avoid taking fatty foods.
3.)should strictly quit smoking and consuming alcohol
4.) maintain your weight to avoid excess weight since this can alleviate heartburn
5.) have the habbit of eating small and frequent meals rather than taking three large ones every day.
6.)follow some regular exersise to reduce stress and to maintain weight
Friday, April 25, 2008
Summer Skin Care Tips
1. Avoid being going out in summer in between 11am and 3pm, it supposed to be very hot at that time
2. ultra violet rays reflection from sand, water, pavement cement and snow can redirect up to 85% of the sun's damaging rays, so beware of these reflective surfaces.
3. Check the news every day for the UV index. The higher the number, the greater the need for eye and skin protection, in unavoidable conditions please wear sunglasses and sun screen lotion to take care of your eye and skin.
4. Wear sunscreen for your skin with a minimum of 15 SPF.
5. Wear sunscreen under your clothing.
6. Be sure about your sunglasses have UVA and UVB protections, which filters at least 80% of the UV rays from direct sun.
7. Don't forget to apply sunscreen to your lips and ears!
2. ultra violet rays reflection from sand, water, pavement cement and snow can redirect up to 85% of the sun's damaging rays, so beware of these reflective surfaces.
3. Check the news every day for the UV index. The higher the number, the greater the need for eye and skin protection, in unavoidable conditions please wear sunglasses and sun screen lotion to take care of your eye and skin.
4. Wear sunscreen for your skin with a minimum of 15 SPF.
5. Wear sunscreen under your clothing.
6. Be sure about your sunglasses have UVA and UVB protections, which filters at least 80% of the UV rays from direct sun.
7. Don't forget to apply sunscreen to your lips and ears!
Monday, March 10, 2008
Essential Health Tips
you have to practice some basic things like move your body more this acts like an exercisers and helps you to feel free in moving also while working. you can do this in some ways like climbing upstairs, doing daily routine works in home, playing with child's etc., you know these type of activities will give peace to our soul.
Try taking less fat food(avoid oil fried foods,meats, dairy products and nuts) that is obviously bad for health also helps you to loss your excess weight due to fat.
If you are a smoker quit smoking slowly by decreasing the usage of cigarette.this helps you to recover your health from dangerous disease.
Reduce Stress, you can reduce your daily stress in work or family by thinking about your likes for at least a 30 to 45 minutes to have a peaceful mind. read jokes in books or journals or in online this helps you to smile and LOL. i am sure this really relieves all your tensions in life.
So Take care of your health with these useful Tips
Try taking less fat food(avoid oil fried foods,meats, dairy products and nuts) that is obviously bad for health also helps you to loss your excess weight due to fat.
If you are a smoker quit smoking slowly by decreasing the usage of cigarette.this helps you to recover your health from dangerous disease.
Reduce Stress, you can reduce your daily stress in work or family by thinking about your likes for at least a 30 to 45 minutes to have a peaceful mind. read jokes in books or journals or in online this helps you to smile and LOL. i am sure this really relieves all your tensions in life.
So Take care of your health with these useful Tips
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Yoga and its Benefits
Yoga provides innumerable health benefits to those who practice it. More recently Yoga has been shown to benefit people with specific health issues like fibromyalgia, high blood pressure, and scoliosis. As Yoga exercises increase core muscle strength, there is a reduced amount of fatigue and a decrease in muscle pain. Greater levels of endurance and stamina lead to a less depressed physical and mental state. Yoga has also been shown to improve sleep and concentration levels. So as in one side there is unknown and incurable diseases are spreading everywhere but these type of natural excersises helps us to secure from dangerous health issues. Practising yoga will take only an hour to live a longer life.
In fact, all forms of Yoga are good for our mental health.
In fact, all forms of Yoga are good for our mental health.
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