What You Need to Know About Infectious Arthritis?
Infectious arthritis or Septic arthritis is painful swelling of joints caused by bacteria. This occurs when an injury or a cut delivers bacteria directly to the joint through blood. Infectious arthritis can affect both children and adults. Septic arthritis is a severe illness that needs medical attention as soon as possible. What are the Symptoms […]
Living with Knee Osteoarthritis: A Guide to Managing Symptoms
Osteoarthritis of the knee (degenerative joint disease) results from wear and tear when cartilage (a strong, flexible connective tissue that protects the joints and bones) in the knee joint breaks down. Due to the loss of cartilage, the knee joint bones rub together, causing friction that hurts the knees, causing stiffness and swelling. It is […]
Living with Ankylosing Spondylitis: Tips for Managing Symptoms and Pain
Ankylosing spondylitis is a form of arthritis (inflammation or swelling of one or more joints) that primarily affects the spine. It causes spinal joint (vertebrae) inflammation, leading to severe pain and discomfort. This pain results from inflammation of the joints (sacroiliac joints), and the inflammation is called sacroiliitis. The inflammation then spreads to the joints, […]
