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Osteoarthritis-Symptoms

Symptoms of osteoarthritis include: Pain, commonly in the hands, hips, knees, or feet, and sometimes in the spine. Pain usually is related to activity of the joint and is worse at the end of the day or after periods of activity. As the disease progresses,

New and Emerging Treatments for Osteoporosis

A review of three new treatments for postmenopausal osteoporosis which have either been recently released, or in clinical trials, either completed or in phase III.

Rheumotoid Arthritis vs. Osteoarthritis

Both rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis are painful conditions where the joints of the body deteriorate. However, while there are similarities, there are also distinct differences between the two diseases.

Ask the Experts - Hydroxychloroquine in RA

What is the current status of hydroxychloroquine in rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? I have a 60-year-old patient with pulmonary involvement who has been taking 200 mg/day for 15 years. She is also taking methotrexate 15 mg subcutaneously once weekly, etanercept 25 mg twice weekly, and prednisone 5 mg dai

High Uric Acid - What to Do With Gout?

You must understand there are 2 separate stages for treating gout. The first one is the treatment for the inflamed swollen toes during the attack. The second stage is the long term continuous treatment to reduce the uric acid levels in your body in order to prevent any future attacks.

Arthritis "Chicken Shots" May Not Work

Patients who received hyaluronic acid injections fared only slightly better than those given placebo injections in a review of almost two dozen studies.

Can Gout Be Cured Naturally?

Unlike arthritis which is caused by the body's own immune system attacking the joints, gout is caused by the formation of uric acid crystals. These crystals are formed due to high levels of uric acid in the bloodstream and tend to get collected at the joints, especially the joint near the big t

What Can I Do About Gouty Arthritis?

Gouty arthritis occurs when a person has a high level of uric acid in the body. This usually happens when a person has a gout disorder. Your body produces uric acids by breaking down purines. This is a substance naturally occurring in the body but may also be found in meats, anchovies, asparagus and

Effective Medications for Fibromyalgia

WebMD explains various medications used to treat fibromyalgia, including anticonvulsants, antidepressants, muscle relaxants, and painkillers.

Fibromyalgia Pain

Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of fibromyalgia pain including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.