About Arthritis: 12 Tips for Improving Communication With Your Doctor

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Arthritis Arthritis Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatments Living / Coping From Carol & Richard Eustice, your Guide to Arthritis Arthritis Quizzes | Types of Arthritis | Joint Pain | Drug Side Effects | Alt Medicine | Diet/Exercise | Ease Pain Some see a hopeless end, while others see an endless hope. ~Author Unknown 12 Tips for Improving Communication With Your Doctor The importance of having good communication with your doctor is often emphasized. But it doesn't always come easy -- you may have to work at it. Don't wait for that effort to come from your doctor -- it's your responsibility too. Read more... First Visit to the Rheumatologist 10 Reasons to Fire Your Doctor How Would You Rate Your Doctor? Patient Education: Can You Know Too Much? Fast Facts About Tendonitis Tendonitis can be caused by severe injury but more often it is caused by repetitive minor injuries to the affected area. In certain conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout, psoriatic arthritis, thyroid disease or diabetes, tendonitis can occur without any trauma. Read more... More About Tendonitis What Is Enthesitis? Inflammation - The Battle Within Rotator Cuff Degeneration Common in RA Patients Rheumatoid Arthritis: Explained With Pictures Rheumatoid arthritis affects people differently. Some people have mild to moderate disease, while other people have severe forms of the disease that can lead to joint damage, serious systemic problems, chronic pain and fatigue, and deformities. Read more... Rheumatoid Arthritis Screening Quiz Test Your Knowledge - Rheumatoid Arthritis Fast Facts About Rheumatoid Arthritis Rheumatoid Arthritis Hand Photo Gallery Getting a Flu Shot? Not everyone feels the same about getting a flu shot. Some wouldn't dare go without a flu shot each year -- taking every possible step to prevent the flu. Others feel differently. Read more... Arthritis Ads Rheumatoid Arthritis Arthritis Pain Knee Arthritis Knee Pain Hip Arthritis Featured Articles Recognizing Early Arthritis Symptoms Types of Arthritis - Test Your Knowledge Is There an Arthritis Cure? Arthritis Medication Side Effects Ups and Downs of Living With Arthritis 20 Tips Before Surgery   More from About.com Is it a Cold or the Flu? Knowing whether you have a cold or the flu can help you treat your symptoms more effectively. More> Take Our Breakfast Survey What did you eat for breakfast? Take About.com's 10-minute survey.Click here to take survey> This newsletter is written by: Carol & Richard Eustice Arthritis Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Arthritis newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads What Is Arthritis? Symptoms of Arthritis Diagnosis of Arthritis Treatment of Arthritis Arthritis Screening Quiz Advertisement