Rheumatoid Arthritis Pathophysiology

Blood oxygen levels can be measured using several methods, some of which can be done from home. Pulse Oximetry Pulse oximetry is the most common test used to measure blood oxygen levels. The test uses a device called a pulse oximeter that clips onto a person's finger and emits light at two different wavelengths, infrared and red, which measure the oxygen saturation in the blood. The results of a pulse oximetry test provide an instant reading on the amount of oxygen in your bloodstream and other vital signs like your heart rate. However, false positives and false negatives are possible. Wearing nail polish, having a darker skin pigmentation, and moving while taking the test can all lead to less accurate results while using a pulse oximeter. Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) An arterial blood gas (ABG) test uses a blood sample from an artery or vein to measure blood oxygen levels. A venous blood gas (VBG) is a blood sample taken from a vein to measure blood oxygen levels, however th

Image credit - iStock Photo : iStock Subscribe to Notifications Uric acid is one of the most common health issues people suffer these days. When the uric acid level increases in the body, it leads to many health issues including intense joint pain, inflammation, limited range of motion and others. This is a serious health condition which needs immediate attention and professional advice. However, apart from taking prescribed medicines, one can also incorporate some Ayurvedic remedies at home which can help control the uric acid level in the body. An Ayurvedic expert took to her social media recently and shared some tips on how to manage the uric acid level in the body at home. She wrote while sharing, "Suffering from uric acid or gout ? The underlying Causes could be : 1) excess Diuretics, 2) Drinking too much alcohol, 3) Hypothyroidism, 4) Obesity or 5) Purine rich diet (red meats,organ meats etc)." Related News Previous Next Related News Ayurvedic remedies to control uric

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Kailo Patch Reviews – Do Kailo Patches Work for Real Pain Relief or Cheap Brand? Managing pain can be a daunting task, as it can be caused by various factors such as injury, surgery, or medical conditions. Traditional methods of pain relief, such as chemical painkillers and physical therapy, may not be suitable for everyone, as they may come with unwanted side effects and high costs. As a result, an increasing number of people are exploring alternative options, such as the Kailo Pain Patch – a non-invasive, drug-free, chemical-free solution for pain management. Kailo patches, marketed as the future of pain relief, is a double-sided adhesive patch that has been reviewed on Yahoo, AOI, Indiegogo, and MSN. Now you can expect miracles like instant pain relief within seconds of applying a Kailo patch to your injury. Before reading further into this review, let's dive into the brief product overview table related to Kailo pain relief patches. Product Overview Product Name: Kail

The season of sharing — cold germs, flu viruses, stomach bugs and more — is upon us. That magical time when your kid brings home every germ in existence from school or daycare and spread the wealth, and your sneezy coworker insists on coming in for that meeting. (Why, just why???) Advertising Policy Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Policy This season could be a doozy, with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) now surging — along with the double-whammy of flu and COVID-19 (what medical experts have dubbed "flurona"). Family physician Matthew Goldman, MD, explains how to stay safe this winter season. Why we get sick in the winter "Illnesses are more common in the winter because contaminated respiratory droplets travel more easily in dry air when an ill person coughs or

Psoriasis is an autoimmune skin disease. It occurs when the immune system malfunctions and attacks healthy tissues. These attacks produce inflammation that causes skin cells to produce too quickly, so they pile up as patches of skin, called plaques.  There are different types of psoriasis, but the most common is plaque psoriasis, affecting 80% to 90% of the people with the condition.  Psoriasis plaques can appear anywhere on the body, but they most commonly appear on the knees, elbows, scalp, and trunk. Psoriasis sometimes occurs with another autoimmune disease called psoriatic arthritis (PsA), which mainly affects the joints and the areas where ligaments and tendons meet bone. This article covers the causes of psoriasis, its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and more.  DaveBolton What Causes Psoriasis? Psoriasis occurs when the immune system turns on the body's tissues. White blood cells, called T-cells, mista

Seasonal asthma is a chronic condition that can make it hard to breathe. Triggers include exposure to irritants, allergens, or other environmental factors. Symptoms can be managed by making lifestyle changes or medical treatments. There's no such thing as allergy season when it comes to asthma. That's right! Allergic asthma (aka seasonal asthma) can strike year-round. Here's a rundown of the most common causes and symptoms of seasonal asthma. We also have some asth-mazing treatment tips and ways to reduce your risk of a flare-up. Different types of allergens pop up at certain times of the year. Seasonal asthma is an unfortunate symptom of your body's heroic attempt to fight these allergens. Additionally, climate and other weather factors can play a big part in asthma symptom severity and flare-up frequency. Here are the deets. Pollen Pollen is one of the most common causes of seasonal allergies, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). These tin

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What is cirrhosis of the liver? The final stage of liver disease is called cirrhosis. Cirrhosis is a chronic liver disease characterised by diffuse destruction and fibrotic regeneration of liver cells. As necrotic tissue gives way to fibrosis, this disease disrupts liver structure and normal vascularisation, impairs blood and lymphatic flow and ultimately causes liver failure. The prognosis is better in non-cirrhotic forms of liver fibrosis, which cause minimal liver dysfunction and do not destroy liver cells. The clinical types of liver cirrhosis reflect its different aetiology: Laennec cirrhosis. This is the most common type and occurs in 30%-50% of cirrhotic patients, up to 90% of whom have a history of alcoholism. Biliary cirrhosis. Biliary cirrhosis is due to injury or prolonged obstruction. Postnecrotic cirrhosis. Postnecrotic cirrhosis results from various types of hepatitis. Pigmentary cirrhosis. Pigmentary cirrhosis may result from disorders such as haemochro