Arthritis
by: Blake
Definition and Stats
- 50 million (22%) of adults have self-reported doctor-diagnosed arthritis.
- 21 million (9% of all adults) have arthritis and arthritis-attributable activity limitation.
- 67 million (25%) adults aged 18 years or older will have doctor-diagnosed arthritis by the year 2030.
Symptoms/Causes
Caused by repeated use of joints.
Rheumatoid Arthritis- warm joints, decreased range of motion, inflammation, swelling, and pain. Immune cells travel to joints and release inflammatory substances. The cause is unknown.
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Treatment, Prevention, and Diagnosis
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Prevention- Work out regularly and maintain a healthy weight.
Diagnosis- To determine if you have arthritis, your doctor will lok at your medical history, a physical exam, x-rays, and joint aspiration.
Cites
"Osteoarthritis." Osteoarthritis. N.p., n.d. Web. 29 Apr. 2013.
"Data and Statistics." Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 01 Aug. 2011. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
Staff, Mayo Clinic. "Definition." Mayo Clinic. Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 22 Jan. 2013. Web. 29 Apr. 2013.
"13 Important Questions About Arthritis." Prevention. N.p., n.d. Web. 30 Apr. 2013.
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