Arthritis: Understanding Acute vs. Chronic Forms, Causes, and Management
Acute arthritis is characterized by sudden, short-lived inflammation often triggered by specific events, while chronic arthritis involves long-standin...
By Jordan
Category: Arthritis & Joint Health
Browsing all articles filed under the "Arthritis & Joint Health" category.
RA vs. OA Pain: Differences in Symptoms, Causes, and Management
While both Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) and Osteoarthritis (OA) cause joint pain, OA pain typically results from mechanical wear-and-tear and worsens wit...
By Alex
Arthritis: How a Rheumatologist Can Help with Diagnosis, Treatment, and Management
A rheumatologist specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing arthritis and related conditions through comprehensive evaluations, tailored medica...
By Hart
Gout: Why At-Home Testing Isn't Possible, Symptoms, and Professional Diagnosis
Gout cannot be definitively tested or diagnosed at home; accurate diagnosis requires professional medical evaluation including specific laboratory tes...
By Hart
Finger Joint Arthritis: Management, Symptoms, and Preserving Dexterity
While established arthritis in finger joints cannot be fully reversed, it can be effectively managed through strategies aimed at slowing progression, ...
By Alex
Gout: Why Deep Heat is Not Recommended and Effective Treatments
Deep heat is generally not recommended for acute gout flares as it can exacerbate inflammation and intensify pain, unlike evidence-based treatments th...
By Hart
Gout Creams: Types, Efficacy, and Comprehensive Management
There is no single "best" cream for gout; topical treatments offer only temporary symptomatic relief and are not a substitute for comprehens...
By Jordan
Gout: Why It's Not Harmless, Complications, and Management
Gout is a serious, chronic inflammatory condition that, if left unmanaged, can lead to severe pain, irreversible joint damage, kidney disease, and inc...
By Jordan
Gout: First-Line Treatments for Acute Flares and Long-Term Management
First-line treatment for an acute gout flare involves anti-inflammatory medications, while long-term management focuses on urate-lowering therapies to...
By Jordan
