What are some ways to help prevent reummatiod arthritis?!
Question: What are some ways to help prevent reummatiod arthritis.?
My mom has it and i want to know the preventive measures so i didn't get it as bad as she has it. I'm already having joint pain in my knees and ankles and i'm only 20.Health Question & Answer
Answers:
Unfortunately, rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease in which the body attacks and destroys the synovial fluid (because of an intolerance against hyaluronic acid) in the joints. This also can mean it has a tendency to be passed on through genetics. If you're already having problems with your joints, you may be destined to have full-blown arthritis. There are some things to help you deal with it and slow its progression.
Of course, exercise as much as you can. It helps keep the joints lubricated and keeps your weight under control (this is one of the most major issues so stay slim) so it doesn't exacerbate the problem. Start looking at things that trigger the pain. Do you notice you have allergies around the time you have the most pain.? Sometimes allergies can trigger the inflammation in your joints as well. Try taking anti-histamines to help with that. There are certain medicines you can take to help slow the onset but it's not 100% and it's up to your doctor to decide if they're good for you. Ask your doctor about methotrexate as a means of keeping the arthritis at bay.
The best thing you can do is eat right and exercise regularly. Staying as healthy as you can keeps your immune system happy and help prevent it attacking your synovial joints. Good luck!Health Question & Answer
Of course, exercise as much as you can. It helps keep the joints lubricated and keeps your weight under control (this is one of the most major issues so stay slim) so it doesn't exacerbate the problem. Start looking at things that trigger the pain. Do you notice you have allergies around the time you have the most pain.? Sometimes allergies can trigger the inflammation in your joints as well. Try taking anti-histamines to help with that. There are certain medicines you can take to help slow the onset but it's not 100% and it's up to your doctor to decide if they're good for you. Ask your doctor about methotrexate as a means of keeping the arthritis at bay.
The best thing you can do is eat right and exercise regularly. Staying as healthy as you can keeps your immune system happy and help prevent it attacking your synovial joints. Good luck!Health Question & Answer
You should see an osteopath now before it gets worse. Exercise could help. Health Question & Answer