Wednesday, September 14, 2011

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From Carol Eustice, your Guide to Arthritis & Joint Conditions

Legionella and Listeria Added to Warnings for TNF Blockers Used to Treat Arthritis
There is a known risk of serious, possibly even fatal infection with TNF blockers (biologic drugs used to treat arthritis). On September 7, 2011, the FDA added two more pathogens to the warnings and precautions. Read more...

Popular NSAIDs Tied to Increased Miscarriage Risk
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac, Celebrex, and their non-prescription counterparts Aleve and Advil, are commonly used to treat arthritis pain. A study, published in the September 6, 2011 issue of the Canadian Medical Association Journal, reveals that women taking NSAIDs during the first stage of pregnancy may have an increased risk of miscarriage. Read more...

What Is Pannus?
As you learn about the cause of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, terms such as cartilage and synovium become more familiar. But what about pannus? How is pannus related to arthritis? Read more...
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Screening Quiz
The median nerve travels from the forearm into your hand through a "tunnel" in your wrist. The bottom and sides of this tunnel are formed by wrist bones. The top of the tunnel is covered by a strong band of connective tissue called a ligament (tranverse ligament). What is carpal tunnel syndrome and do you have symptoms? Take the Carpal Tunnel Screening Quiz...

 


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