Treatment options abound for arthritis sufferers
Arthritis affects millions and can debilitate mobility. The article notes 18.7 percent of Americans and 16.9 percent of Canadians suffer from arthritis, a family of conditions impacting joints and movement. Treatments include topical analgesics, NSAIDs, prescription narcotics, antidepressants, and steroids, each with benefits and risks.
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Psoriatic Arthritis Linked to Psoriasis In Many Patients
Psoriatic arthritis affects many people with psoriasis, with studies noting up to 30 percent of psoriasis patients developing the arthritis. Environmental factors and genetics influence onset, typically between ages 30 and 50, causing inflammation of tendons, cartilage, eyes, and occasionally the aorta.
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