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Arthritis - Overview

Arthritis is a medical condition that affects the joints, causing pain, stiffness, and swelling. There are different forms of arthritis, with the most common being osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis is caused by the wear and tear of the cartilage that cushions the joints, while rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes the immune system to attack the joints. Arthritis can affect people of all ages, but it is more common among older adults. The symptoms of arthritis can be managed with medications, physical therapy, and lifestyle changes such as weight loss and exercise. In some cases, when oral medications are not sufficient, an arthritis injection may be administered to provide targeted relief and reduce inflammation in affected joints. Severe cases may require surgery to replace or repair damaged joints.

Symptoms Of Arthritis

Arthritis refers to a group of conditions that cause inflammation and pain in the joints. Arthritis tablets are often prescribed to manage the following symptoms:

  • Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling
  • Warmth and redness in the affected joint

Commonly Used Arthritis Medications

Arthritis medicines that are commonly used includes:

  • Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen, naproxen, and aspirin, which help reduce pain and inflammation.
  • Corticosteroids such as prednisone also works by reducing pain and inflammation. However, consult your doctor before taking any corticosteroid medicines, as it could lead to unwanted side effects. Your doctor may prescribe you with suitable arthritis capsule, tablets, or injection after evaluating your health condition.
  • Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs), which helps to slow the progression of the disease and prevent joint damage.
  • Biologic response modifiers such as etanercept and infliximab, which target specific parts of the immune system to reduce inflammation and slow the progression of the disease.
  • Janus kinase inhibitors, which are medicines that block enzymes that contribute to inflammation and joint damage.

References:

  • https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/arthritis/symptoms-causes/syc-20350772#:~:text=Arthritis%20is%20the%20swelling%20and,are%20osteoarthritis%20and%20rheumatoid%20arthritis.
  • https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/12061-arthritis
  • https://www.niams.nih.gov/health-topics/arthritis
  • https://www.cdc.gov/arthritis/basics/types.html

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