Rheumatoid Arthritis Pathophysiology

identification and treatment of autoimmune epilepsy :: Article Creator Identification, Assessment And Treatment Executive dysfunction occurs in many clinical conditions and has significant impact on multiple facets of life. This book summarizes executive function and dysfunction for practitioners, researchers and educators, covering lifespan development, assessment, impact and interventions. Drawing together clinical, neurobiological and developmental viewpoints, the authors summarize the latest research findings in practical and applied terms, and review conceptual approaches to assessing and identifying executive function and dysfunction. Several chapters are devoted to practical aspects of executive dysfunction, including research-based treatment strategies, educational implications, forensic cautions and intervention resources. Executive dysfunction in ADHD, LD, MR, autism, mood disorders, epilepsy, cancer and TBI is covered, with test performan

melatonin autoimmune :: Article Creator Opinion: You Might Want To Rethink Taking Melatonin As A Sleep Aid Editor's Note: Dr. Jennifer Martin is a licensed clinical psychologist, professor of medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles and immediate past president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. The views expressed in this commentary are her own. View more opinion on CNN. CNN  —  You may know someone who has taken melatonin to help them sleep. Perhaps you've even taken it yourself. According to a study published in the medical journal JAMA, Americans took more than double the amount of melatonin in 2018 than they took in 2008. This dramatic increase in use of melatonin reflects our inclination to try "shortcuts" to get a good night's sleep. Melatonin isn't the first one and it surely won't be the last. As a clinical psychologist, I treat people with c

gout is inflammatory arthritis :: Article Creator What Is Arthritis? Jose Luis Pelaez Inc / Getty Images Medically reviewed by Anita C. Chandrasekaran, MD Arthritis is a condition that causes inflammation, swelling, and pain in the joints and surrounding tissues. There are over 100 different types of arthritis, and osteoarthritis is the most common form. Signs and symptoms vary depending on the type of arthritis, but typical symptoms include pain, swelling, and stiffness with decreased ability to move the affected joint. An estimated 58.5 million Americans have arthritis. While researchers don't know the exact cause of all types of arthritis, certain factors can increase your risk for developing the condition. There are many treatment options available to help ease the pain and slow the progression of joint destruction. Types of Arthritis Arthritis is a general term describing a condition causing pain, stiffness, and swelling in t

degenerative disc disease and leg pain :: Article Creator How Is Degenerative Disc Disease Treated? laindiapiaroa / Getty Images Medically reviewed by Cara Beth Lee, MD Degenerative disc disease treatment aims to minimize symptoms and prevent further disc degeneration. Damage to the disc cannot be reversed. The right treatment option may depend on the extent of deterioration. Degenerative disc disease is caused by the wear of the shock-absorbing discs (intervertebral discs) between the spinal vertebrae. It can occur in any area of the spine. The symptoms of degenerative disc disease include back pain (especially when sitting), numbness and tingling in the hands or feet, and weakness in the legs. This article will cover the different treatment options for degenerative disc disease, including conservative treatment and surgery. Medication Medication can minimize pain and inflammation in people with degenerative disc disease. It will n

painful inflammation and stiffness of the joints :: Article Creator Early Signs And Symptoms Of Arthritis When people hear the term "arthritis," they typically think of osteoarthritis (OA)—likely because it's the most common form of arthritis, affecting 80% of U.S. Adults over the age of 65 . According to Dr. Graham, OA is considered a degenerative disorder caused by trauma or age-related wear and tear on joints over time. "OA is most likely to affect weight-bearing joints, such as the knee, hip, lower spine or big toe, but it can also cause pain and stiffness in the thumb or finger joints." Osteoarthritis can affect anyone at any age, but it most commonly appears in older adults. This particular type of arthritis affects the cartilaginous portion of the bone (the smooth surface at the end of a bone where it articulates with another bone and forms a joint). The degree of degeneration that occurs at a joint depends on many f