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Inflammation and Arthritis - Controlling Inflammation
Many types of arthritis are inflammatory disorders. Arthritis literally means an inflammation (itis) of the joints (arthr). In many types of arthritis, the bodies inflammatory response is misdirected. The pain, redness, heat, swelling and other harmful effects of inflammation can be treated with medication, diet and exercise.
- A - Z: Arthritis Diagnosis
- A - Z: Arthritis Medication
- A - Z: Arthritis Symptoms
- A - Z: Diet / Exercise
- A - Z: Types of Arthritis
- Joint Pain
- Pain Relief
- Where Does It Hurt?
What Are Cytokines?
Cytokines are proteins that serve as messengers between cells. Cytokines regulate various inflammatory responses, some of which are involved in rheumatoid arthritis. What exactly are cytokines? Are there different kinds of cytokines?
Inflammation - Test Your Knowledge
Inflammation is a process associated with many diseases, including arthritis. Do you know what is happening as inflammation occurs? Do you know why inflammation occurs?
Inflammation Raises Rheumatoid Arthritis Cardiac Death Risks
Researchers are studying the connection between rheumatoid inflammation and cardiovascular risk.
Inflammation: The Battle Within
Inflammation defends the body against foreign substances or injury. It can cause problems in diseases such as arthritis though.
Inflammation
An immune response to injury or infection causing pain, redness, heat, and swelling in the affected area.
What Is C-Reactive Protein (CRP)?
As a blood test, CRP is not specific. A high result serves as a general indication of acute inflammation. Doctors can utilize the CRP test to assess the effectiveness of a specific arthritis treatment and monitor periods of disease flareup. Does your doctor order this test routinely.
CRP (C-Reactive Protein)
CRP is a plasma protein which increases during inflammation.
The Facts of NSAIDS
NSAIDS work to combat arthritis by interfering with the inflammatory process.
The Facts Of Corticosteroids
Corticosteroids are powerful drugs which can improve arthritis dramatically if administered within proper guidelines.
CRPhealth.com
CRPhealth.com is an extensive source of information about C-Reactive Protein (CRP). The website has two distinct sections, one for the public and one for the Physicians. A member of the public (with registration) will have access to comprehensive information about C-Reactive Protein.
