@rumani Hello, There are more than 100 different types of arthritis. Many symptoms are similar among the different conditions affecting the joints. Arthritis may be generally categorized into the following groups: degenerative arthritis, inflammatory arthritis, metabolic arthritis, and infectious arthritis. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are most common. There are so many different tests and types of arthritis. To make an accurate diagnosis, a healthcare provider may need to: Review your medical history and current symptoms, Examine you, and pay close attention to your joints, and laboratory tests, X-rays, and other imaging tests.

@fremont Hello, RA can't be reversed. Even if you show evidence of low inflammation and your joints aren't swollen and tender but the inflammation can e reduced with foods. Some of the foods trigger in RA patients, a vegan diet helps improve symptoms by eliminating many of these foods. This review examines the potential role of a plant-based diet in mediating RA symptoms. Further research is needed to test the effectiveness of plant-based diets on joint pain, inflammation, and quality of life in patients with RA.

@dorian Hello, RA is an autoimmune disease. Several blood tests can detect immune system changes or antibodies that may attack the joints and other organs. There is no one test that can diagnose all 80 types of autoimmune diseases. However, some blood tests can show whether there is an inflammatory process going on in your body, which is a characteristic of autoimmune diseases and help point the way to the correct diagnosis.

@blais Hello, conditions like rheumatoid arthritis cannot be cured but the condition can be controlled in many cases. Here are certain things that will help you in managing autoimmune disorder-

Manage stress Cut off inflammatory food like sugar and flour Increase your intake of anti-inflammatory foods rich in Omega-3 fats Exercise Check for hidden infections like yeast infection, viruses, bacteria, and Lyme. Practice deep relaxation. Sleep for 8 hours every night.
They can reduce swelling and inflammation in the affected area. Thanks!

@kolton Hello, yes kids can also get arthritis. In childhood arthritis, the immune system may not work right which causes inflammation in the joints and other body systems but the exact cause of childhood arthritis is unknown. Childhood arthritis can affect children of all ages but it is more in the kids under 16 years of age. Usually, arthritis is common among people between the ages of 40 and 60. Childhood arthritis can also be hereditary.

@lennart Hello, exercise is considered the most effective, non-drug treatment for reducing pain and improving movement in patients with osteoarthritis but my recommendation would be you should first talk to your doctor before performing any exercise with osteoarthritis. If you want to try then here are some of the exercises- You can try quadriceps setting, straight leg raise, hamstring stretch, gluteus stretch, and calf stretch.

@cael Hello, Psoriatic arthritis usually affects people who already have the skin condition psoriasis. Psoriasis affecting the skin affects around 3% of people. Psoriasis causes patches of red, flaky skin. People with psoriatic arthritis will experience problems with their skin before they notice any symptoms affecting their joints. Psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis are both autoimmune conditions. Other symptoms of Psoriatic arthritis are joint pain, swelling in one or more joints, morning stiffness. Thanks

@tariq Hello, yes People with RA can experience a combination of common foot problems, such as bunions and claw toe. The changes that occur to the front of the foot are unique to patients with RA. These problems include bunions, claw toes, and pain under the ball of the foot. Although each individual deformity is common, it is the combination of deformities that compounds the problem. The bunion is typically severe and the big toe commonly crosses over the second toe. Osteoarthritis can also cause a type of bunion called a dorsal bunion, which is found at the top of the base of the join

@maci Hello, I would suggest you visit a doctor who will prescribe suitable tests and examine your symptoms. Symptoms of lupus are a rash shaped like a butterfly that covers your nose and cheeks, fever, or White or blue color in your fingers and toes when you're in the cold. To diagnose lupus your doctor will ask you to take blood and urine tests and to diagnose psoriatic arthritis he will prescribe X-rays to look at changes in your bones or joints, and blood tests that check for inflammation. Thank You.

@elspeth Hello, reactive arthritis is caused by certain bacteria so an effective way to reduce the risk of getting reactive arthritis is to avoid the STIs and bowel infections that most commonly cause the condition. Other things to consider are exercising, eating healthy, and controlling weight. Methods that you can use to avoid STIs are such as contraception methods like condoms. Thanks!

@may Hello, it is a condition in which inflammation takes place in various parts of the body. It usually develops following an infection, and in most cases clears up in a few months. It's not known exactly what causes reactive arthritis, but it's thought to be the result of the immune system reacting to an infection. Another cause of reactive arthritis is genetic factors. Reactive arthritis isn't common. For most people, signs, and symptoms come and go, eventually disappearing within 12 months. Earlier signs and symptoms of reactive arthritis are eye inflammation, low back pain, and swelling in the toes.

@joshun Hello, It tends to develop 5 to 10 years after psoriasis is diagnosed, although some people may have problems with their joints before they notice any skin-related symptoms. Like psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis is thought to happen as a result of the immune system mistakenly attacking healthy tissue.
You can prevent psoriatic arthritis by changing your lifestyle like exercising, meditation, and eating healthy food. Thanks.

@jeffrey Hello, stretching and breathing exercises work best for arthritis in the spine. Here are a few exercises that you can easily do-

Child's pose Cow pose Sun salutations Supine twisting Bridge pose Downward facing dog Crescent lunge Pelvic tilt
This pose helps stretch the back and can be beneficial for some people with arthritis in the spine. Please consult your doctor before trying these poses. Thank You!

@vikas-jain Hello, what you eat can affect the levels of C-reactive protein (CRP) a marker for inflammation in your blood. That could be because some foods like processed sugars help release inflammatory messengers that can raise the risk of chronic inflammation. Here are foods and beverages to avoid if you have arthritis.
Limit your sugar intake, avoid vegetables like tomatoes, bell peppers, eggplant, potatoes, Foods high in purines like meat and beer, and other alcohol. Foods that increase inflammation, such as sugar and saturated fat, may worsen arthritis symptoms avoid or reduce the consumption.

@manindar Hello, Arthritis is a common health condition involving chronic inflammation in your joints. It causes pain and damage to joints, bones, and other body parts. Some people find that making changes to their diet improves their arthritis symptoms. This may involve avoiding inflammatory foods, such as saturated fat and sugar. It may also involve avoiding foods that are high in purines. Here are foods and beverages to avoid if you have arthritis. Limit your sugar intake, avoid vegetables like tomatoes, bell peppers, eggplant, potatoes, Foods high in purines like meat and beer, and other alcohol.
Avoid foods that increase inflammation, such as sugar and saturated fat, which may worsen arthritis symptoms.