Chondrodermatitis Nodularis Helicis Chondrodermatitis nodularis helicis (CNH) is a painful growth that forms on the top of the ear (helix). The growth often forms on the ear you sleep on. CAUSES The exact cause of this condition is not known. The condition cannot spread from person to person. RISK FACTORS This condition is more likely to develop in: Men who are 40 years old or older. People with fair skin. People who have had an injury to the helix‚ such an injury caused by:
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Osteosarcoma‚ what is it? What does it do? How can we stop it? If we are unable to stop it how do we treat it? First‚ what is it? Well‚ Osteosarcoma is a kind of cancer that affects the bones. It normally starts in the leg bones and spreads throughout the body and can get as far as the nose or nasal canal. Some symptoms of Osteosarcoma are pain‚swelling‚ and bone fractures as stated by the American Cancer Society: “Pain in the affected bone (usually around the knee or in the upper arm) is the
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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus BIO 221 Section 3 April 3‚ 2012 The A.D.A.M Medical Encyclopedia defines Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) as a long-term autoimmune and chronic inflammation disorder that affects many organs‚ such as the skin‚ kidneys‚ and brain‚ and also affects the joints (A.D.A.M Editorial‚ 2000). When a person is diagnosed with SLE‚ it simply means that their immune system has turned against itself‚ and it is now producing autoantibodies and cytotoxic T cells that attack certain
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attention and as her daughter is unable to be around all the time it would be the best idea. Mary has been to the doctor recently in relation to pain and stiffness in her neck and lower back and it causes her discomfort. Mary’s mother had a history of arthritis. Overtime Mary has stated to have spinal mobility and problem in her posture while sitting and sleeping causing her pain. Mary has also gained weight over the last few months because of the medication she’s on. In her spare time
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Referral reason: Rheumatoid Arthritis‚ Depression & elderly Medication: Acelofenac & Nortriptyline Physiological Information Blood Pressure (seated): 122/82 mmHG Resting Heart Rate: 64 bpm Predicted VO2max: 24 ml/kg/min Present physical activity: Very low‚ essentially sedentary Patient’s statement regarding state of change: “I want to exercise‚ and I think I can do it‚ but I will need some support” (Preparation) Medical conditions Rhematoid Arthritis – Is an autoimmune disease which
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Derp Percy Julian Percy Julian was a famous chemist who discovered the use of synthetic drugs to treat glaucoma and arthritis. He is considered very influential today‚ but back then his race prevented him from being acknowledged. He was born in Alabama in 1899. His grandparents were former slaves. Because of his race‚ he could only attend school up to eighth grade‚ since there was no school open for blacks. Julian had to apply for college‚ DePauw University in Greencastle‚ Indiana‚ to continue
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children due to its lower cost and comparable effectiveness. Treatment of reactive arthritis depends on disease activity‚ functional status‚ and quality of life of the children. The inflammatory manifestations of reactive arthritis requires the administration of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Rest‚ ice‚ hot packs‚ and ambulation aids may be useful. Children with chronic or recurrent reactive arthritis also benefit from physical therapy and rehabilitation. Follow up: The boy had a
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safe supplements to treat dog arthritis without the risks of dangerous side effects. Because arthritis joint disease in humans is exactly the same disorder as that found with dog arthritis‚ glucosamine and chondroitin are also very affective for treating this joint disease in canines. Causes Of Arthritic Joint Disease In Dogs The joints of the dog can suffer ’wear and tear’ because of normal behavour such as walking‚ running and jumping. Also‚ the appearance of arthritis seems to have a lot to do
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experiencing early symptoms of arthritis or osteoporosis‚ two of the most common problems with maintaining a healthy musculoskeletal system. You should know that you are not alone‚ and there are many things you can do for yourself. Number one being; consult a physician‚ early diagnosis and treatment are extremely important in managing and fighting both arthritis and osteoporosis. Learn of your risk factors for developing either arthritis or osteoporosis. Risk Factors | Arthritis | Osteoporosis | Age
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Osteoarthritis There are over 100 different types of arthritis conditions affecting over 20 million people in the United States‚ of those Osteoarthritis is the most common. It affects as many pople as all other types of arthritis combined. Arthritis is the leading cause of disability among older adults. Joint diseases account for half of all chronic conditions in persons aged 65 years and over. The prevalence of Osteoarthirtis is high and will get even higher as the number of older Americans
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