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The 'Post-partum' period is the  period after child delivery when the mother's body is trying to heal from and get back to functioning as it used to before conception. The postpartum period begins soon after the delivery of the baby and usually lasts six to eight weeks and ends when the mother's body has nearly returned to its pre-pregnant state.  Post partum bleeding and effects are a common concern among new mothers. Many wonder what is considered normal bleeding post-childbirth.  This article will answer your questions regarding post-childbirth bleeding and help you determine whether or not you should be concerned with your own bleeding. Photo credit: mamahippie.com Postpartum bleeding symptoms are those of heavy menstrual period which are considered alarming signs by many women. Women who give birth at this stage, experience heavy blood flow. This bleeding requires careful management to avoid future problems. Do u know that u need rest in the postpartum, but so many...
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WHAT IS ARTHRITIS:WHAT CAUSES ARTHRITIS?

WHAT CAUSES ARTHRITIS.


WHAT IS ARTHRITIS?


Arthritis is a condition characterized by stiffness and inflammation, or swelling, of the joints. It’s not one type of disease, but it’s a general way of referring to joint pain or joint diseases. An estimated 52.5 million American adults have some type of arthritis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)Trusted Source. That’s a little over one in five Americans.

 


While you may only experience mild discomfort at the beginning of the condition, symptoms can worsen over time. They may eventually cause work limitations and affect your day to day. While your risk for arthritis can increase with age, it’s not limited to older adults. Furthermore, there are different risk factors associated with different types of arthritis.


Understanding the causes and risk factors of arthritis can help you and your doctor take preventive measures. This can help keep your symptoms from worsening or delay the onset of the condition.


WHAT CAUSES ARTHRITIS?


While there are many different types of arthritis, the two major categories are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Each of these arthritis types have different causes.

WEAR AND TEAR;


OA is most commonly the result of wear-and-tear to the joints. Use of the joints over time can contribute to the breakdown of protective cartilage in your joints. This causes bone to rub against bone. That feeling can be very painful and restrict movement.

INFLAMMATION;


RA is when the body’s immune system attacks itself. Specifically the body attacks the membrane that surrounds the joint parts. This can result in inflamed or swollen joints, destruction of cartilage and bone, and ultimately pain. You may also experience other symptoms of inflammation, such as fever and loss of appetite.

INFECTION;


Sometimes, traumatic injury or an infection in the joints can advance the progression of arthritis. For example, reactive arthritis is a type of arthritis that can follow some infections. This includes sexually transmitted infections such as chlamydia, fungal infections, and food-borne illnesses.

METABOLIC;


When the body breaks down purines, a substance found in cells and foods, it forms uric acid. Some people have high levels of uric acid. When the body can’t get rid of it, the acid builds up and forms needle-like crystals in the joints. This causes extreme and sudden joint point, or a gout attack. Gout comes and goes, but if left untreated it can become chronic.

OTHER CAUSES;


1.Other skin and organ conditions can also cause arthritis. These include:

Psoriasis, a skin disease caused by excessive skin cell turnover.

2.Sjogren’s, a disorder that can cause decreased saliva and tears, and systemic disease.

3.Inflammatory bowel disease, or conditions that include inflammation of the digestive tract such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.

WHAT INCREASES YOUR RISK FOR ARTHRITIS?


Sometimes arthritis can occur with no known cause. But there are also factors that can increase your risk for all types of arthritis.

AGE: Advanced age increases a person’s risk for arthritis types such as gout, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoarthritis.

FAMILY HISTORY: You are more likely to have arthritis if your parent or sibling has an arthritis type.

GENDER: Women are more likely to have RA than men while men are more likely to have gout.

OBESITY: Excess weight can increase a person’s risk for OA because it puts more pressure on the joints.

HISTORY OF PREVIOUS INJURIES: Those who have injured a joint from playing sports, from a car accident, or other occurrences are more likely to experience arthritis later.

Even if you don’t feel the symptoms, you should discuss your potential risks for arthritis with your doctor. They can help provide ways to prevent or delay arthritis.



Article source: Healthline media


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