Erosive (osteo)arthritis

Symptoms of Erosive (osteo)arthritis

The following features are indicative of Erosive (osteo)arthritis:

hand joint pain
hand joint swelling
redness around the hand joint
hand joint warmth
limited function of the hand joints
morning hand joint stiffness

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Common Causes of Erosive (osteo)arthritis

The following are the most common causes of Erosive (osteo)arthritis:

hormonal imbalance
chronic renal diseases
metabolic disorders
endocrine diseases
microcrystal-induced diseases
autoimmune diseases

Risk Factors for Erosive (osteo)arthritis

The following factors may increase the likelihood of Erosive (osteo)arthritis:

female gender
older age
recreational activities
family history of arthritis
obesity
hereditary aspect
previous joint injury
occupational activities

Prevention of Erosive (osteo)arthritis

Yes, it may be possible to prevent Erosive (osteo)arthritis. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:

maintain healthy body weight
do exercise regularly
use heat and cold pad

Occurrence of Erosive (osteo)arthritis

Common Gender

Erosive (osteo)arthritis can occur in any gender.

Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Erosive (osteo)arthritis

The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Erosive (osteo)arthritis:

X-ray: To view bone spurs around a joint
MRI (Magnetic resonance imaging): To provide the detailed pictures of bone and soft tissues
Blood tests: To measure levels of Antinuclear Antibody (ANA), Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR), C-Reactive Protein (CRP), and rheumatoid factor (RF) in the blood
Ultrasound: To diagnose soft tissue inflammation around the joint

Complications of Erosive (osteo)arthritis if untreated

Yes, Erosive (osteo)arthritis causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Erosive (osteo)arthritis is left untreated:

deformed hand
dysfunctional hand

Medicines for Erosive (osteo)arthritis

Below is the list of medicines used for Erosive (osteo)arthritis:

Ibuprofen

Brands: Advil Liqui Gels, Advil, Brufen, Mig, Nurofen, Adol (India), Brufen (India), Flamar (India), Ibugesic (India), Ibuprofen (India), Novigan (India), Brufen (UK), Calprofen (UK), Ibuprofen (UK), Nurofen Children Cold Pain Fever (UK), Nurofen (UK), Advil (USA), Ibuprofen (USA), Ibuprohm (USA), Midol (USA), Motrin (USA) and Rufen (USA)
Aspirin

Brands: Aspro, Disprin, Excedrin, Trinomia, Vasopirin, Asa (India), Beat (India), Gra (India), Prin (India), Sprin (India), Boots Aspirin Dispersible (UK), Boots Aspirin (UK), Micropirin P (UK), 8-Hour Bayer (USA), Aspirin (USA), Bayer Extra Strength Aspirin For Migraine Pain (USA), Durlaza (USA) and Measurin (USA)

Self-care for Erosive (osteo)arthritis

The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Erosive (osteo)arthritis:

maintain healthy body weight
exercise regularly
use heat and cold pad

Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Erosive (osteo)arthritis

The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Erosive (osteo)arthritis:

Regular physical therapy: Strengthen the muscles around the joint and increase the range of motion and lowers the pain
Use Occupational therapy: Reduce the pain
Tai chi and yoga: Reduce the stress and joint pain and improve movements
Acupuncture: Relieves pain and improve joint function
Intake glucosamine and chondroitin supplements: Beneficial for people with osteoarthritis
Use avocado-soybean unsaponifiables dietary supplements: Prevents joint damage

Last updated date

This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.

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