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Gout and Osteoarthritis and What It is and How to Treat It.
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[size=4][b]Gout - Osteoarthritis - What It is and How to Treat It.[/b][/size][hr]
Quote:Arthritis describes a wide range of conditions (over 100). These can range from relatively mild forms e.g. tendonitis through to various crippling forms of systemic arthritis such as Rheumatoid Arthritis. There are also some forms of arthritis gout example Gout which most people don't associate with arthritis at all. Smile

[list][*]As with taking any medicine, you should always read the instructions supplied with them and follow any advice given by your doctor.[*]You should always seek professional medical attention and not simply rely on your own research before embarking upon a course of treatment.[*]We have used clear and concise words in this article on Gout to avoid any misunderstandings and confusions that can be caused due to difficult words.[/list]

[size=large][b]Secondary Osteoarthritis is Caused by Other Conditions Which Lead to Osteoarthritis[/b][/size][hr]These can be things such as obesity where the joints are placed under more stress due to the excessive weight of the patient, repeated trauma or surgery to joints, abnormal joints at birth, gout and diabetes. Quality is better than quantity. It is of no use writing numerous pages of nonsense for the reader. Instead, it is better to write a short, and informative article on specific subjects like Gout. People tend to enjoy it more.

The Osteoarthritis has been present for a significant period of time, the muscles may become weaker through insufficient use as the patient subconsciously avoids using that joint. Also, the joint may appear swollen caused by bony growths called osteophytes or extra synovial fluid.

[list][*]While there is no cure at present for Osteoarthritis, there are a number of ways of managing this condition to minimise the symptoms.[*]There are different types of medicines which may be used depending upon the type of Osteoarthritis the patient is suffering from.[/list]

Corticosteroids This medicine is injected directly into the affected joint. When Osteoarthritis has developed so far that the patient struggles to get around, then this medicine is a viable option. Cortisone is a steroid which reduces inflammation and swelling. This medicine provides almost instant relief although it can only be taken rarely as it takes away minerals from the existing cartilage causing further damage.

[i]Creams and Gels These may provide some temporary pain relief, however, the pain relief will be localised to the area that the cream is applied.[/i]

[list][*]Osteoarthritis is one of the most common forms of Arthritis affecting around 1 in 10 people to some degree.[*]It affects both men and women equally.[*]Osteoarthritis is caused by bits of cartilage in the joint which have broken free.[*]This can cause pain and swelling in the joint.[*]This pain and swelling is Osteoarthritis.[*]It is always better to use simple English when writing descriptive articles, like this one on Gout.[*]It is the layman who may read such articles, and if he can't understand it, what is the point of writing it? [/list]

[size=large][b]Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (Nsaids)[/b][/size][hr]This type of medicine helps to reduce the inflammation if taken at a high dosage. If taking a low dosage, then they will just relieve the pain. However, they do not stop further damage to the joint. NSAID's don't start working and may require regular doses over a few weeks before they noticeable improvement takes place. There are some common side effects including stomach upset, diarrhoea and abdominal pain. Smile

The severity of these symptoms can be related to the patient's daily activity, anxiety and depression. Primary Osteoarthritis is mostly related to ageing. As we get older, the water content of cartilage increases and the protein makeup of it degenerates. Repetitive use of the joints over the years will irritate and inflame the cartilage. Eventually the cartilage starts to flake away causing crevasses. In some advanced cases, the cartilage has disappeared. The loss of the cartilage means that the bones which the cartilage is protecting can bump and grind against each other leading to pain and joint immobility. Inflammation of the cartilage can lead to bony outgrowths (spurs) appearing around the joints.

[list][*]Analgesics This is often the first medication prescribed to relieve the symptoms of Osteoarthritis.[*]It is a pain reliever and does nothing to reduce the level of inflammation so can usually be safely taken alongside other medication.[*]However, as with all medication, there are limits on how much a person can safely taken within a time period.[*]Keeping to the point is very important when writing.[*]So we have to stuck to Gout, and have not wandered much from it to enhance understanding. [*]Osteoarthritis occurs in the joints, however, it is predominantly found in hands and load bearing joints such as hips, knees.[*]It is described as a non-inflammatory type of arthritis which means that there is no swelling in the joint affected by Osteoarthritis.[*]This has been subsequently proven not to be the case.[*]In the early stages of Osteoarthritis, it is true that there is no swelling in the joint, however, in the later stages, there can be swelling.[/list]

Significant number of people also think that arthritis is just a condition which old people suffer, and indeed, it is true that a significant number of the sufferers of arthritis are old, but there is an awful lot of younger people who suffer from one form or another of Arthritis. This article on Gout was written with the intention of making it very memorable to its reader. Only then is an article considered to have reached it's objective.

Also, depending upon what type of Osteoarthritis you are suffering from, it is possible certain forms of exercise may relieve some of the symptoms and enable the sufferer to continue to live as normal a live as possible. We have used a mixture of seriousness and jokes in this composition on Gout Diabetes. This is to liven the mood when reading about Gout Diabetes.

[size=large][b]The Main Symptoms of Osteoarthritis are Painful and Stiff Joints[/b][/size][hr]Although this can vary depending upon which joint is affected. The stiffness is usually worse in the morning, sometimes taking up to 30 minutes for the stiffness to disappear. This stiffness may also occur after a period of resting that joint and may take a few minutes for it to disappear once the joint starts to be used again. We have taken the privilege of proclaiming this article to be a very informative and interesting article on Gout Diabetes. We now give you the liberty to proclaim it too.

[size=large][b]Codeine Preparations[/b][/size][hr]Codeine is a narcotic which reduces the patient's sensitivity to pain. They can usually be taken in conjunction with Analgesics. In low doses, it can be taken without prescription. A side effect of taking Codeine is that it may cause Constipation.

[list][*]As the Osteoarthritis develops, bits of the cartilage in the joint break off and float around inside the joint.[*]This disturbs other soft tissues within the joint causing pain and swelling.[*]Over time, as the condition develops, the cartilage becomes rougher and thinner causing the bone underneath to become thicker. Smile[/list]

[size=large][b]Only a Few Vitamins Have Been Really Researched as Contributors to a Natural Gout Remedy[/b][/size][hr]One is vitamin C which a few studies have found lowers uric acid levels somewhat. I have written about vitamin C for gout in earlier articles. Make sure you buy a Vitamin C preparation that contains added flavonoids, the more the better, to make it work more effectively. And buy a time (sustained) release Vitamin C product, because Vitamin C is excreted quickly. Smile

[size=large][b]Calcium May be Helpful Because It Helps to Alkalize the Body, (I.E[/b][/size][hr]It raises its pH levels making the body more alkaline) and thus, the theory is, more uric acid will be excreted. In pH theory, because the blood's pH must be maintained at pH 365, the body will scavenge calcium from bones to maintain blood pH at Most people, it's said, and probably most gout sufferers too, have acidic bodies (which ought to be alkaline) and therefore a deficiency of calcium. You may be inquisitive as to where we got the matter for writing this article on Natural Remedies Gout. Of course through our general knowledge, and the Internet!

Given that gout attacks are inflammatory, as shown by the painful inflammation of the affected joints, any substance which acts as an anti-inflammatory may make the attack less painful and inflamed. Fish oils have well researched anti-inflammatory properties. The initial stages of this article on Gout Attacks proved to be difficult. However, with hard work and perseverance, we have succeeded in providing an interesting and informative article for you to read. :o.

[list][*]Potassium citrate is reported to be helpful in natural gout treatment, and has been the subject of gout studies.[*]It aids excretion of uric acid, by raising the pH of urine. (Higher body pH levels make uric acid more soluble and thus better excreted).[*]Potassium citrate can also head off the danger of kidney stones, of the uric acid variety, forming.[*]One estimate is that there is a 20% chance that kidney stones will form in gout patients who also have acidic urine.[*]Inspiration can be considered to be one of the key ingredients to writing.[*]Only if one is inspired, can one get to writing on any subject especially like Natural Remedies Gout.[/list]

Quercetin may inhibit xanthine oxidase, the enzyme required to convert purines into uric acid. This is the method used by the leading long term gout pharmaceutical, allopurinol. Quercetin has done this in test tube studies. We have omitted irrelevant information from this composition on Gout Sufferers as we though that unnecessary information may make the reader bored of reading the composition.

Fish oils are also good for gout forums they promote a healthier body. Their omega -3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) are a dietary deficiency for many people, especially those who don't eat fish. Omega -3 fatty acids are required to bring about a better balance of omega -3 and omega -6 oils in the body. Most people, it is thought, do get sufficient omega -6 fatty acids, especially if they fry with oils such as corn, soy, sunflower, safflower or sesame. Or, if they use these oils as salad oils. But people don't get enough of the omega -3's. This better balance promotes better health. Gout sufferers need to be as healthy as possible. Note: gout sufferers should not eat fish high in purines such as mackerel, anchovies, and sardines. The value of this composition is achieved if after reading it, your knowledge on Lower Uric Acid is greatly influenced. This is how we find out that the meaning of Lower Uric Acid has really entered you! :o.

[size=large][b]Vitamins Work in Other Ways to Help in Natural Gout Treatment[/b][/size][hr]Those that work as antioxidants perform the helpful function of squelching free radicals. Why is this helpful? Because during gout attacks, free radical levels rise. Some leading antioxidant vitamins are vitamin C, vitamin E, beta carotene and selenium. We take pride in saying that this article on Gout Remedy is like a jewel of our articles. This article has been accepted by the general public as a most informative article on Gout Remedy.

Other vitamins which have been reported from various sources to help in natural gout treatment are quercetin, folic acid, potassium citrate calcium, and fish oils. Having been given the assignment of writing an interesting presentation on Gout Attacks, this is what we came up with. Just hope you find it interesting too!

[list][*]Ensure the fish oil supplement you buy has been manufactured with a molecular distillation process.[*]It takes out mercury, PCBs and dioxins.[*]Since cherries have been researched as blocking inflammation, they should be considered.[*]Cherries have also been found in studies to lower uric acid levels.[*]When they are not in season their dietary supplement extracts, juice and in dried form can be taken.[*]Cherries enjoy testimonials from gout sufferers both for curing gout naturally and halting the pain of attacks, but they won't do this for everyone.[*]Celery, in two studies, also reduced pain and inflammation, so you can consider celery seed extract as part of natural gout treatment.[*]We were rather indecisive on where to stop in our writings of Allopurinol.[*]We just went on writing and writing to give a long article.[/list]
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