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Rheumatoid Arthritis Epidemiology

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects nearly 1% of the population worldwide. Due to its severely debilitating nature, especially in advanced stages, the disease burden is considerable in economic and health expenditure terms.

21 Nov 2009

Rheumatoid Arthritis History

Arthritis and diseases of the joints have been plaguing mankind since ancient times. In around 1500 BC the Ebers Papyrus described a condition that is similar to rheumatoid arthritis. This is probably the first reference to this disease.

21 Nov 2009

Rheumatoid Arthritis Prognosis

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) does not have a cure. It is a progressive disease that leads to steady joint damage and severe debility.

21 Nov 2009

Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment

Rheumatoid arthritis treatment is outlined in several guidelines worldwide. These include guidelines from ACR, EULAR, and the UK’s National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence. It is to be remembered that rheumatoid arthritis has no absolute cure. It is a progressive disease. However, there are several approaches that can help in preventing and delaying the progress of the disease as well as improving the functional capacity of the patients to a great extent.

21 Nov 2009

Rheumatoid Arthritis Diagnosis

The diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) mainly depends on the presence of signs and symptoms. However, there is a wide range and degree of severity of these signs and symptoms. In addition, there are several inflammatory and arthritic conditions that manifest with similar symptoms. This makes diagnosis difficult.

21 Nov 2009

What is Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Rheumatoid arthritis or RA is an inflammatory condition that affects joints primarily leading to pain and stiffness and difficulty in movements. Commonly affected joints are those of the hands, feet and wrists. RA however can also affect other parts of the body.

21 Nov 2009

Ulcerative Colitis Research

Ulcerative colitis affects a large population worldwide. With severe conditions there may be damage to the gut walls leading to several conditions such as obstruction of the bowel, perforation of the gut necessitating bowel surgery.

21 Nov 2009

Ulcerative Colitis Treatment

After diagnosis ulcerative colitis is treatment is undertaken by a gastroenterologist or a physician who deals with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.

21 Nov 2009

Ulcerative Colitis Diagnosis

Diagnosis of ulcerative colitis is based on evaluation of medical history, family history of the condition and also on certain imaging and laboratory tests.

21 Nov 2009

Ulcerative Colitis Epidemiology

Ulcerative colitis is one of the two major inflammatory bowel diseases. It affects around one in every 500 people in the United Kingdom.

21 Nov 2009

Ulcerative Colitis Causes

The exact cause of ulcerative colitis is not known. It is, however, considered to be an autoimmune disease.

21 Nov 2009

What is Ulcerative Colitis?

Ulcerative colitis is a chronic condition that affects the large intestines, particularly the colon. It is classified as one of the two inflammatory bowel diseases along with Crohn’s disease.

21 Nov 2009

Psoriasis Historical Treatment

People have suffered from psoriasis throughout history with references to the condition in biblical times, and there is evidence of the condition in remains of Egyptian mummies. Various treatments have been used throughout different time periods to manage the symptoms.

21 Nov 2009