Any suggestions for arthritis?
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Tom Young
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NSAIDs... Asperin, Ibuprofen, Naprosen (Naproxen) generic for Advil, as well as many other brands..... Reduce the swelling and ease the pain. The dosage depends on the amount of pain. Essentially bloodthinners. Acetaminophen... pain, not swelling.
Yes, I undertand homeoppathic/natural solutions, but... am a bit dubious about MSM, http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/msm/AN00560
As long as the doctor agrees (bloods tests and other physical limitations) no reason not to be comfortable. Weather and cold are not supposed to affect arthritis, but it's hard to convince me.
Friend with long term arthritis in hands, found immersing them in warm wax was helpful.
But then, not being a doctor, I get my help for all possible health concerns from NIH (National Institute for Health), or WebMD... for clear and concise explanations and analyses.
Nearing age 80, we have given over health decisions to our doctor, and make no apologies for taking whatever she suggests. So far, so good. Arthritis, Blood pressure, Thyroid, Lipids, Cholesterol, Bone Density, Neuropathy, Vitamin B12, D3, and Sugar... all marginal without medicines, all well under control with recommended medication. Even a little sleep help, when necessary. Cost... for My bride and I... Less than $100/month...
Many younger friends sneer at this... but then, they're still young.
Yes, I undertand homeoppathic/natural solutions, but... am a bit dubious about MSM, http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/msm/AN00560
As long as the doctor agrees (bloods tests and other physical limitations) no reason not to be comfortable. Weather and cold are not supposed to affect arthritis, but it's hard to convince me.
Friend with long term arthritis in hands, found immersing them in warm wax was helpful.
But then, not being a doctor, I get my help for all possible health concerns from NIH (National Institute for Health), or WebMD... for clear and concise explanations and analyses.
Nearing age 80, we have given over health decisions to our doctor, and make no apologies for taking whatever she suggests. So far, so good. Arthritis, Blood pressure, Thyroid, Lipids, Cholesterol, Bone Density, Neuropathy, Vitamin B12, D3, and Sugar... all marginal without medicines, all well under control with recommended medication. Even a little sleep help, when necessary. Cost... for My bride and I... Less than $100/month...
Many younger friends sneer at this... but then, they're still young.
Acetaminophen: The Killer Painkiller
http://www.anh-usa.org/acetaminophen...er-painkiller/
Acetaminophen: the Killer Painkiller
March 30, 2010
The active ingredient in the painkillers Tylenol, Anacin and Panadol was the focus of a recent analysis of 19 studies of 425,000 children and adults treated with acetaminophen in the past year. Children given acetaminophen were 60 percent more likely to suffer from asthma, while adults who had taken the drug were 75 percent more likely to experience asthma. According to a University of British Columbia-Vancouver review published in the journal Chest, higher doses translated to a greater risk of asthma.
The March 2010 issue of the American Journal of Medicine contained an analysis of data from 26,000 men, participants in the Health Professionals Follow-up Study. Researchers at Harvard University, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Vanderbilt University, and the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston, determined that men younger than 60 who used acetaminophen were 61% more likely to experience hearing loss. Studies appearing in the journal Drug Safety (2008 Vol 31p127-141) have linked acetaminophen to adverse vision events.
The U.S. Acute Liver Failure Study Group found that acetaminophen poisoning is the leading cause of liver failure in the nation, associated with nearly 50 percent of all liver failure . The Life Extension Foundation has also sounded the alarm about acetaminophen and liver damage.
With 70-75 million prescriptions written annually, acetaminophen is the most commonly prescribed class of drugs in the United States. It is blamed for 56,000 injuries, 25,000 hospitalizations and 450 deaths. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has been aware of this situation for decades.
As early as 1977, the agency warned about acetaminophen and liver damage. The FDA Advisory Review Panel noted that exceeding the recommended dosage or (please note the or) taking acetaminophen for more than 10 days puts the patient at risk of liver damage. A suggestion that pharmacists distribute information explaining the risks of this drug has fallen on deaf ears at the FDA.
A study published in the journal Arthritis Care and Research cautioned that adverse reactions to acetaminophen not only affect patients’ quality of life, they also impose substantial economic burdens on society. Given all that we know now, how can the FDA remain silent about acetaminophen?
http://www.anh-usa.org/acetaminophen...er-painkiller/
Acetaminophen: the Killer Painkiller
March 30, 2010
The active ingredient in the painkillers Tylenol, Anacin and Panadol was the focus of a recent analysis of 19 studies of 425,000 children and adults treated with acetaminophen in the past year. Children given acetaminophen were 60 percent more likely to suffer from asthma, while adults who had taken the drug were 75 percent more likely to experience asthma. According to a University of British Columbia-Vancouver review published in the journal Chest, higher doses translated to a greater risk of asthma.
The March 2010 issue of the American Journal of Medicine contained an analysis of data from 26,000 men, participants in the Health Professionals Follow-up Study. Researchers at Harvard University, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Vanderbilt University, and the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Boston, determined that men younger than 60 who used acetaminophen were 61% more likely to experience hearing loss. Studies appearing in the journal Drug Safety (2008 Vol 31p127-141) have linked acetaminophen to adverse vision events.
The U.S. Acute Liver Failure Study Group found that acetaminophen poisoning is the leading cause of liver failure in the nation, associated with nearly 50 percent of all liver failure . The Life Extension Foundation has also sounded the alarm about acetaminophen and liver damage.
With 70-75 million prescriptions written annually, acetaminophen is the most commonly prescribed class of drugs in the United States. It is blamed for 56,000 injuries, 25,000 hospitalizations and 450 deaths. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has been aware of this situation for decades.
As early as 1977, the agency warned about acetaminophen and liver damage. The FDA Advisory Review Panel noted that exceeding the recommended dosage or (please note the or) taking acetaminophen for more than 10 days puts the patient at risk of liver damage. A suggestion that pharmacists distribute information explaining the risks of this drug has fallen on deaf ears at the FDA.
A study published in the journal Arthritis Care and Research cautioned that adverse reactions to acetaminophen not only affect patients’ quality of life, they also impose substantial economic burdens on society. Given all that we know now, how can the FDA remain silent about acetaminophen?
Tom Young
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Yes on Acetaminphen... The National Institute for health issued this warning in August of this year.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a681004.html
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a681004.html
seabreezy
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It seems that the drugs that are prescribed for various conditions cause so many side effects and then you are given another drug to help keep away those side effects, lol. I have Rheumatoid Arthritis, and have tried different meds for it, and most of the time just end up not taking them. One I was on, caused my hair to partially fall out, made me nauseous after taking it, and for about 2 days after taking it, I would feel like i'd been hit by a truck, not to mention the brain fog, so I took it at night to sleep through the side effects. My doctor finally took me off of that one, and now i'm on another one that could affect my eyesight! I haven't been real good at taking that one either, I do take 800 mg of ibuprofen when I absolutely need it, and have to take it with a bite of food so it doesn't upset my stomach. Yep, it all truly sucks. I hate this monster that has taken over my body, but i've adapted this quote that I saw a few months ago..it says..."refuse to sink", so that's what I try to do.
I haven't gotten big time on the supplements band wagon yet, but am researching that. My mom, bless her heart, things if I do this or that and don't do this or that, then I will be cured, but there supposedly is no cure for RA. I do notice that when I am eating a lot of the organic veggies we grow in our garden, my inflammation is just about zero, and my every day pain is minimal too, so there is something to be said for that. I mentioned that to my RA doctor, and of course, according to him, no way that can't happen. I'll be seeing a new doctor next month, hopefully he will be more up to date and open minded on things. We shall see!
I haven't gotten big time on the supplements band wagon yet, but am researching that. My mom, bless her heart, things if I do this or that and don't do this or that, then I will be cured, but there supposedly is no cure for RA. I do notice that when I am eating a lot of the organic veggies we grow in our garden, my inflammation is just about zero, and my every day pain is minimal too, so there is something to be said for that. I mentioned that to my RA doctor, and of course, according to him, no way that can't happen. I'll be seeing a new doctor next month, hopefully he will be more up to date and open minded on things. We shall see!
Katybug
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Seabreezy: It seems that the drugs that are prescribed for various conditions cause so many side effects and then you are given another drug to help keep away those side effects, lol. I have Rheumatoid Arthritis, and have tried different meds for it, and most of the time just end up not taking them.
I do notice that when I am eating a lot of the organic veggies we grow in our garden, my inflammation is just about zero, and my every day pain is minimal too, so there is something to be said for that. I mentioned that to my RA doctor, and of course, according to him, no way that can't happen. I'll be seeing a new doctor next month, hopefully he will be more up to date and open minded on things. We shall see!
So true, Brenda, there are always so many side effects from meds, and many of them quite harmful. We discussed this before you joined, and we have several members who refuse to take anything that isn't a natural product.
I'm sorry to hear of your RA and know that it's extremely painful to live with. I think organically grown is beneficial in every way, and I'm glad you are able to see positive results from that, whether or not your dr can. It's up to us to figure these things out on our own, and share the info, as there is no one to pay these drs if they advise eating organically as a cure for anything. They stay far too busy writing scripts from which they can benefit....no matter what bad effects it may have on our bodies.
There may be people reading this who take Lyrica. I have some very slight nerve damage from a surgery that flares up occasionally. My previous dr gave me a prescription for Lyrica and I took it from time to time -- it really does work and stops the nerve burning. But then my friend who suffers from Fibromyalgia and has been taking this med religiously for years began showing horrible side effects. Her back teeth started falling out. She's only had 2 cavities in her life and has spent a fortune on cosmetic dentistry, only to be losing perfectly good teeth. The culprit is LYRICA, which loosens the tooth from the gum, according to her oral surgeon! He says he sees it far too often when that drug has been ingested over a long period of time. They certainly don't tell you that when they prescribe it for you, but it is listed as a possible side effect if you take the time to read the enclosed info. She had to have 2 new teeth implanted and hasn't taken a Lyrica since...neither have I!
Good luck with your new doctor!
I do notice that when I am eating a lot of the organic veggies we grow in our garden, my inflammation is just about zero, and my every day pain is minimal too, so there is something to be said for that. I mentioned that to my RA doctor, and of course, according to him, no way that can't happen. I'll be seeing a new doctor next month, hopefully he will be more up to date and open minded on things. We shall see!
So true, Brenda, there are always so many side effects from meds, and many of them quite harmful. We discussed this before you joined, and we have several members who refuse to take anything that isn't a natural product.
I'm sorry to hear of your RA and know that it's extremely painful to live with. I think organically grown is beneficial in every way, and I'm glad you are able to see positive results from that, whether or not your dr can. It's up to us to figure these things out on our own, and share the info, as there is no one to pay these drs if they advise eating organically as a cure for anything. They stay far too busy writing scripts from which they can benefit....no matter what bad effects it may have on our bodies.
There may be people reading this who take Lyrica. I have some very slight nerve damage from a surgery that flares up occasionally. My previous dr gave me a prescription for Lyrica and I took it from time to time -- it really does work and stops the nerve burning. But then my friend who suffers from Fibromyalgia and has been taking this med religiously for years began showing horrible side effects. Her back teeth started falling out. She's only had 2 cavities in her life and has spent a fortune on cosmetic dentistry, only to be losing perfectly good teeth. The culprit is LYRICA, which loosens the tooth from the gum, according to her oral surgeon! He says he sees it far too often when that drug has been ingested over a long period of time. They certainly don't tell you that when they prescribe it for you, but it is listed as a possible side effect if you take the time to read the enclosed info. She had to have 2 new teeth implanted and hasn't taken a Lyrica since...neither have I!
Good luck with your new doctor!
That Guy
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Finally decided to give glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM another try for the knees. Didn't get any relief for elbow many years ago but gotta get something going again. Also, added SAM-e. It was recommended years ago, too, but just didn't go for it. Stubbornly stupid that way. Anyhow, since SAM-e is supposed to help inflammation AND mood, I figure if it doesn't provide any relief at least I won't care . . . !
seabreezy
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I have been wanting to make some bone broth and can it. In fact, yesterday I read about how good it is for our joints and just our general well-being. One woman I read about, said she drinks that in the winter as her "food vitamins" instead of taking vitamin pills, and it makes her just feel better. I just found out about a farm near where I live that sells grass fed beef, and he also sells soup bones for only $2.00 a pound. So I plan on this week getting some from him and making this broth. I think I will keep some in the fridge as well as can it.
Katybug, thank you for you sweet words. Yes, it's very painful to live with, but push through as best I can, just like everyone else does. I've never taken Lyrica, sounds like something I wouldn't want to take! I'm hoping the new doctor won't want to just put me on whatever drug he thinks I need, and be done with me. We'll see
Katybug, thank you for you sweet words. Yes, it's very painful to live with, but push through as best I can, just like everyone else does. I've never taken Lyrica, sounds like something I wouldn't want to take! I'm hoping the new doctor won't want to just put me on whatever drug he thinks I need, and be done with me. We'll see
Ruth
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Add cod liver oil capsules to that list and it will work!