Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain Relief

I have Rheumatoid Arthritis. Advice?

admin — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:24:43 +0000

When I spoke to my Doctors about it they just assumed with treatments. These treatments are not working.
I am only 18 years old. I have had this disease for eleven years, it started as Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis for around 4 years it went into remission and came back to as Rheumatoid Arthritis. I don’t know what to do. I search on the internet for some things but I don’t any straight answers.

Can rheumatoid arthritis affect the brain?

admin — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:24:41 +0000

I’ve had RA since 1990 and have experienced just about all symptoms including lung nodules, but recently I had a few mini-strokes. Could this be the RA affecting my brain?

can anyone tell me more about a product called reliv?

admin — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:24:36 +0000

I have heard this is successful in helping symptoms os rheumatoid arthritis. I have a friend recently diagnosed with RA and has been looking for natural remedies to help with the joint pain. Has anyone tried it?

Can I get on Medical Marijuana?

admin — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:24:29 +0000

I am a 21 year old male living in New Jersey. I recently learned that medical marijuana has been legalized in my state, but apparently our marijuana laws are stricter than some places like California. I have rheumatoid arthritis and have been in treatment by an arthritis specialist for over a year now.
I know there is medical evidence to support that medical marijuana can be used to reduce pain and even reduce inflammation in the joints of arthritis patients.
So my question is how difficult is it to get medical marijuana for my condition or is it even possible with my condition? If it is possible where I live, how do I go about starting off getting on this program? I was thinking about asking my specialist about it at my next appointment but I’m afraid I can get in trouble for asking about it.
Thanks in advanced for any positive advice that you can offer. Please don’t try to convert me away from this idea either or give me a speech about the morals behind this either. I’m in terrible pain every day of my life and I don’t want to have to rely on narcotics like opiates to get my old life back. Marijuana has never directly been linked to cancer alone (meaning someone caught cancer by smoking only marijuana and not tobacco), it isn’t physically addictive, and it is much physically safer than any other form of relief I have tried thus far that actually works. So once again, thanks, but don’t even bother wasting your time tell me that I shouldn’t smoke cannabis, or why I shouldn’t smoke cannabis. Thanks.

Does anyone here have Crohn’s Disease,Rheumatoid Arthritis,Fibromyalgia,Barrett’s Esophagus or all of these ?

admin — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:23:12 +0000

I have problems diagnoised by my Doctors with all of these health isses.I can’t seem to find any on ething or ommitiing foods that bother each one of them.I really need some advice.I have turned to my Dr.” but ? I am a medications for each problem ans it does help at times plus otc products they suggest I take too.
I feel awful it is draining the life out of me and I can only eat toast without it bothering me at all.Please help me any suggestions would be helpful.I don’t even mind if you just have asuggestion for just one of my problems …Thank you

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admin — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:23:11 +0000

Without obstacles, people would have nothing to overcome, nothing to aspire to become, and nothing to gain approbation from. Obstacles are what gives people motivation and courage to live to the best of their ability. Throughout the years, obstacles and challenges have molded the very people that adults, teenagers, and children alike have strived to be like. When individuals mold their lives after people such as Bethany Hamilton, Lucille Ball, and Thomas Edison, they begin to realize that through obstacles, courage and inspiration give people the ability to succeed.
At the age of 13, Bethany Hamilton, a competitive surfer, was forced to reteach herself how to surf competitively with only one arm when her left arm was ripped from her body by a Tiger shark. She survived, but the traumatic accident nearly took her life. Before the accident Hamilton had competed and won many surfing competitions, but after the accident Hamilton didn’t know if she would ever be able to surf again. Instead of taking the attack as an innuendo to stop surfing, Hamilton, with determination and strength, found the inspiration that helped her continue on with her dream. Hamilton went on to become take 1st place in the NSSA National Championships, a goal she had been trying to achieve since before the shark attack. Hamilton is truly an inspiration to everyone regarding how even the greatest obstacles can be overcome.
A great american actress, Lucille Ball’s teachers attempted to expostulate her saying that she “had no future at all as a performer”, but she never let that stop her from doing what she loved. Instead of feeling down about the word of her teachers, Ball attempted to assuage her feelings through success. Ball was determined to prove her teachers wrong, in 1929 she landed work as a fashion model. Her career was thriving until she became ill with rheumatoid arthritis and was unable to work for two years. During those years, Ball tried to pursue acting again and finally landed a role in “I Love Lucy”, which ultimately proved her teachers wrong and helped her become the well-known actress that she is today. Without the obstacle of her teacher’s discouragement Ball may have never found the determination to do what she loved.
Thomas Edison failed over 2,000 times before he finally succeeding in the creation of the lightbulb. When people tried to illicit information about these failures, he responded “I didn’t fail, I found 2,000 ways how not to make a light bulb; I only need to find one way to make it work.” This attitude is what all people need to have when trying to overcome obstacles in their life. If Thomas Edison had given up, the United States would not be where it is today. Edison is a prime example of how without first having an obstacle to overcome you will not succeed.
Success is the goal in almost everything in life, but without obstacles to first overcome, success would not be as important. Bethany Hamilton, Lucille Ball, and Thomas Edison are some of the best examples of prevailing over obstacles and eventually becoming triumphant. Everyone should follow the examples set forth by these role models in how to conquer obstacles.

concerned about the life of my friend… desperately need help?

admin — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:23:06 +0000

My friend used to be 140 lbs in high school but at the end of her senior year she got the birth control shot. In one year she gained 80 lbs. She went to the doctors and her hormones are all screwed up. She has Arthritis and she is borderline of pre- diabetes. I’m very concerned for her. She exercises 4 times a week for 45 minutes. she either sometimes eats bad or she will only eat 1 or 2 times a day. I dont know how to help her. She really is trying but the weight wont seem to come off. She tries to put on a front and joke around about her weight but i know that she is hurting inside. She likes this one guy but never tries to persue him becuz she thinks he wont like her becuz she is bigger. Also her mom is always making horrible comments about how she is fat and its awful. I’m afraid that her extra weight with arthritis will cripple her, she is only 22 yrs old and has been diagnosed with juvenille rheumatoid arthtitis since she was a baby. Does anyone have advice on how i can help her?

Questions about Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis?

admin — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 16:22:58 +0000

I am 16 and my doctor told me i have JRA but before that the problem that lead to me being diagnosed wtih JRA was Metatarsus Adductus or a curvation of the metatarsal bones. So my question is can arthritis cause my bones in my feet to curve?

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admin — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 16:44:46 +0000

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My husband has rheumatoid arthritis, sero negative Is anyone out there living w/ this and how do u manag?

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:41:18 +0000

joint pain in any part of the body can occur with what doctors call flare ups. So far treatment is available & works most of the time but for ex. his last flare up was in his knee, took him to ER, took 4 shots of morphine to ease the pain. Regular Dr put him back on prednisone for anothr 10 days. He has so many meds its unreal.
He is also a diabetic with meds & asthma w/meds whn needed. He doesn’t smoke or drink. He also takes depression med because he is only 41 and isn’t used to sitting around and not being able to work.

What can help with rheumatoid arthritis?

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:41:17 +0000

My brother was just diagnosed. Is there anything non-medical that I can do for him? Anything that will help relieve some of his symptoms that the doctors can’t help with?

I’ve had knee problems for the past 9 months or so. Anyone have a similar story with a good ending?

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:41:03 +0000

Starting last November, my knee got really swollen. It was to the point where I couldn’t bend it and the pressure of the fluid caused great pain. I’ve had x-rays, an MRI, and blood tests done that haven’t pinpointed the exact cause. I’ve been seeing a rheumatologist because the doctors suspect I might have rheumatoid arthritis. The medication they gave me worked for a month or two, but my swollen knee is back. I’ve begun to wonder if the doctors really know what’s wrong. I used Webmd and researched pseudogout and gout, which also match my symptoms. Anyone have any idea at all?

what do you do with a child with ADHD possibly bi-polar? PLEASE HELP?

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:41:01 +0000

hes 7 years old, i was diagnosed with all that at 8 and i have lost all patience with him and then my 4 year old follows…im really stressed and exausted i have no idea what to do with him, and i am in the process of tryng to get my 3 year old to eat regular food not just pre packaged chicken nuggets, she has been a fussy eater since she was born and has rheumatoid arthritis and i am just to my limits..any advice? as soon as i can settle down my 7 year old, everything will be more handleable….help please? anyone who relates?i try all kinds of rules and rewards and i dont know what to do nothing works right now…i love my children but i have no idea right now why i cant get things under control everything seems so cautic even music doesn’t work calming music or quite time or time out or outside play i try to separate them but that doesn’t work? why cant i parrent correctly today? anything at all rude or obsene, you will be thumbed down, for these are my pride and joy, children and i want to do whats best and want to help them out…what can i do today? and in the future?GOD BLESS

painful knees?

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:40:54 +0000

I have arthritis all over, bursitis and rheumatoid factor is positive.
I signed up for a health club to get some weight off and get back into shape (had a car accident last year and it messed me up so my neck hurts everyday). The treadmill is ok, but the other day on the stationary bike my knees got so painfuul i had to stop after 5 min (i was able to do 30 min before). So I tried the Arctrainer (elliptical machine?) and if i put it on manual and keep my legs straight, i can go at a pretty good clip. what other machines or exercises can i do with painful knees? I am 45 and a woman w/hypertension (another reason to workout).

Please help: Quick arthritis relief without the help of medication?

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:22:19 +0000

I have rheumatoid arthritis and I do not take medication for it(the medications I’ve been on in the past caused stomach issues and if I control my diet I can usually control the RA). I am in a lot of pain today, the weather is not helping with this in one bit. Does anyone know of anything that I can do to help relieve the pain without medicine? I don’t have any Tylenol left and no money to buy some right now.

I have RA in my hands, wrists, knees and right ankle. Any suggestions to help relieve pain right now would be great…thank you!

Is there a sweetener that people with rheumatoid arthritis can use that won’t cause inflammation?

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:22:15 +0000

Please advise.

How To Prevent and Recognize Symptoms Of Swine Flu

admin — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 16:21:46 +0000

Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from bender and more videos in the Coughs & Colds category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Some common-sense precautions can help keep you safe from this potentially deadly infection. To complete this How-To you will need: Hand washing Knowledge of symptoms Prompt medical attention Isolation A face mask Hand washing Knowledge of symptoms Prompt medical attention Isolation A face mask Step 1: Understand the infection Understand what it is. Swine flu is a respiratory disease of pigs caused by the influenza virus. Usually the virus does not infect humans, but transmission can sometimes occur in persons with direct exposure to pigs. The current outbreak has been caused by human-to-human transmission. Step 2: Understand how it spreads Swine flu is spread between humans like a cold: A person can catch it by being sneezed, coughed, or breathed on by a carrier, or by touching a surface that has the virus on it and then touching their own nose, eyes, or mouth. Direct contact with infected pigs can also transmit the virus to people, and vice versa. So far, no other animals can transmit the virus to humans. Tip: You cannot get swine flu from eating cooked pork or pork products. Step 3: Wash your hands Wash your hands with warm water …

How do I get the Molecular Formula from % Composition?

admin — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 16:34:27 +0000

Cortisol (M = 362.47 g/mol), one of the major steroid hormones, is a key factor in the synthesis of protein. Its profound effect on the reduction of inflammation explains its use in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.

Cortisol is 69.6% C, 8.34% H, and 22.1% O by mass. What is its molecular formula?

Answer is: C21H30O5
How do I arrive at that answer?

how do you cure rheumatoid arthritis?

admin — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 16:34:20 +0000

my wife has rheumatoid arthritis and it’s destroying her whole body. she’s 33 and has been on crutches for over 2 years. It hurts me to see her in so much pain being so young and now she can’t even lift up her left arm because her shoulder hurts so bad. She on a lot of meds but they don’t seem to help her at all and her finger are swelling up really bad.
Is there a natural remedy that anyone can suggest that might cure her condition please at this rate she will be in a wheel chair before she’s 40 Please Help

Sincerely,
A deeply concerned Husband

I have moderate rheumatoid arthritis and am taking methotrexate and Humira. Is a hysterectomy a good idea?

admin — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 16:34:11 +0000

I am happily married, 32 years old, with 2 great kids already. My doctor says that I absolutely MUST NOT get pregnant. I have some menstrual issues as is (heavy bleeding, sever cramping, family history, etc.) but nothing that major. I want to know if a hysterectomy might be the way to go, since any pregnancy for me will result in birth defects, possible miscarriage or could even cause my death. I already take a lot of medications and have had issues with birth control in the past. Please help me out here. I’m stuck.