If the joints pinned down rheumatoid arthritis: symptoms and treatment

Joint damage can manifest itself in various forms, which underlies a certain classification of such diseases, one of which is rheumatoid arthritis.

In Greek, this definition of dysfunction can be translated as "the course of the state of inflammation."

What is the disease?

The disease begins with inflammation in the synovium or the tissue surrounding the joint. Over time, the destructive process involves more and more cells of the joint, penetrating to the cartilage and bones.

The process can develop at different rates, all depending on the intensity of the spread of infectious cells.

The reaction of the body aggravates the situation, when in rheumatoid arthritis the immune system starts to destroy along with the antibodies and its cells, provoking destruction.

Small joints of the extremities are more often affected, but cases of the transition of the inflammatory process to other areas, less often internal organs, are diagnosed.

Who risks getting

Despite the fact that the disease is known for a long time, the exact cause of such inflammations is not clear.

The following assumptions are proposed:

1. Heredity .It is believed that people at the genetic level are predisposed to arthritis, since they initially immune system is immune to autoimmune reactions. This means that, in order to protect, the elimination of the necessary tissues, in particular, synovial, begins;
2. Infections of the .There is no exact evidence of this theory, since some factors, for example, lack of seasonality, as well as reactions to antibiotics, are a contradiction of this assumption. If you rely on research, then rheumatoid arthritis occurs more often in the presence of viruses in the body, including rubella, hepatitis B, herpes and some others.

Some dependency is on age, but mainly it is due to the fact that the peak of the disease can be reached after 50 years, and the very beginning in years 30-35.There are cases of development of rheumatoid arthritis in children.

Classification of the disease and the main stages of

The disease has a working classification, which compares the conformity of anatomical changes, as well as a clinical picture.

According to these indicators, the following division of the disease is distinguished:

1. Classic rheumatoid arthritis. The defeat of the symmetrical nature of the joints is both small and large. The development of the disease is not intensive;
2. Polyarthritis , as well as oligoarthritis and monoarthritis.

In general, large joints are affected, in particular, the knee:

1. Spsexseptic syndrome .The tissues of internal organs and nerve cells undergo destruction. The lungs, cardiovascular system, vision organs and other systems can be affected;
2. Felti Syndrome or a combination with such diseases as splenomegaly and polyarthritis;
3. Styla disease or rheumatoid arthritis, which is simultaneously combined with other dysfunctions of tissues, including rheumatism, osteoarthritis.

In addition to classifications of rheumatoid arthritis, there are still stages of development of inflammation, which are determined by the patient's ability to work.

Allocate:

1. Stage I or initial .The joint is practically not destroyed, there are signs of periarticular osteoporosis, there is still mobility, there is no noticeable symptomatology;
2. Stage II or early .Destruction( the beginning of destruction) can be fixed only in the cartilaginous tissue, the joint has no significant deformities, it is possible atrophy of the interosseous muscles, the formation of rheumatic nodes. The period of development of stage II is about 0.5-1 year;
3. Stage III or deployed .The formation of nodes, the emergence of critical deformations of the joints, the destruction of cartilage tissue, bone. Muscles atrophy to a large extent, which complicates walking and other activities;
4. Stage IV or later .The development of all manifestations of stage III takes an intensified character, there is a real danger to life, a restriction of motor activity.

A separate category divides the disease that develops in children, sometimes it can be found under the term juvenile.

Features of the disease in children

Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is rarely diagnosed, but some parents still face such dysfunction.

In this case it is important to start the treatment in a timely manner and select it wisely. The risk consists in serious complications on all organs of the child, including postponing his psychological state.

Professional therapy, diet, systemic treatment can give hope for a very favorable prognosis and restoration of the normal functioning of the baby, even with the diagnosis of juvenile arthritis.

The main symptomatology of

The peculiarity of the manifestation of rheumatoid arthritis is symmetry, that is, if there are problems on one hand, similar violations are possible on the other, from the typical symptoms it is singled out:

1. Pain sensations in the field of inflammation of , which are especially noticeable in the second half of the night,in the morning. During the day they may disappear, which many of the patients take for improving their condition and postpone the visit to a specialist.
2. Stiffness of the .Difficulties in motor activity also occur in the morning, after some physical exertion signs of inflammation subsiding.
3. Edema and joint deformity begins to be noticeable already visually, it is possible to form a cyst alongside the problem zone.
4. Deviation of the little finger on the hands .Often the joints are reflected on the hands and if the pathology is already developing, then the deviation of the little finger becomes noticeable.
5. Rheumatoid nodules , arising mainly on the ulnar portion, hands.
6. Fatigue and weakness of , some have loss of appetite, weight. With advanced stages, the temperature rises.

Even with minor manifestations of one of the symptoms, it is necessary to immediately contact a doctor - a rheumatologist to clarify or refute the diagnosis.

Diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis

To make an accurate diagnosis, it is not enough to just visual examination and conducted a survey, as this information will not give a general clinical picture.

In addition, with similar symptoms, there are other equally serious diseases, in particular, acute rheumatism, Lyme disease.

Typically, the doctor appointed the following studies:

• blood test, including biochemical and immunological;
• MRI or arthroscopy;
• Study of the condition of joints using X-ray.

These are just some of the studies that can be prescribed by a specialist. After careful examination of the results, a diagnosis can be made.

Methods of treatment

It is impossible to completely get rid of the disease, but you can keep healthy tissues and stop the spread of inflammation.

For this, a special set of measures must be chosen, including anti-inflammatory drugs, immunomodulating, and also procedures that strengthen the effect achieved.

It is possible that all these drugs will need to be taken throughout life, which will block the spread of the disease.

In addition to medical treatment, the following activities are mandatory:

1. Physiotherapy , including exposure to low-frequency laser, magnetotherapy.
2. LFK .Loads are selected exclusively by a specialist.
3. Massage .Massaging and impact on the patient's joints should be carried out with special care, which is possible only in the appropriate medical institutions.

In some cases, a surgical intervention aimed at correcting the deformed area is prescribed.

Methotrexate will rescue

Medications are selected depending on the stage and the overall clinical picture, but one of the most popular drugs for rheumatoid arthritis is Methotrexate.

The medicine is prescribed exclusively by a doctor and can have a different initial dosage. Gradually the dosage increases, which allows to improve and strengthen the effect.

The action of the drug is aimed at the removal of compounds that cause the destruction of connective tissue( synoviocytes), and also prevents the erosion of joints, relieves inflammation.

The course of treatment can be very long, positive changes are fixed in a few weeks. Mandatory periodic examination of blood and analysis of the body's immunological state.

Nutrition is the basis of the basics of

The complex of treatment of rheumatoid arthritis includes folk recipes, as well as a special diet and if it is adhered, it is possible to prevent relapse of the disease.

In some cases, the attending physician himself provides a list of products that worsen the patient's condition, and there is also the opportunity to find the menu himself.

The main enemies of patients with arthritis are:

• citrus;
• fatty meat;
• alcohol;
• is some cereal;
• salted
• fried;
• smoked dishes.

The recommended diet can be given by a nutritionist, if problems with joints are supplemented with dysfunctions of internal organs, then the list of prohibited products can expand.

This concerns not only the joints themselves, but also the heart system, lungs and other systems, including the nervous system.

In the case of even minor joint problems, studies should be carried out immediately, especially if relatives have been diagnosed with such diseases or age over 50 years.