Understanding Rheumatic Diseases

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Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Understanding Rheumatic Diseases Quote of the Week: I shall find a way or make one. ~Robert Peary ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Connect With Carol on Social Media: Facebook | Twitter | Google Plus | Pinterest   Carol Eustice Arthritis & Joint Conditions Expert Understanding Rheumatic Diseases   Rheumatic diseases refer to a group of conditions characterized by pain and other abnormalities in one or more areas of the musculoskeletal system. Is the term synonymous with arthritis? READ NOW What Are Drug Side Effects?   When you are prescribed medication to treat arthritis, usually you ask the doctor to explain the expected benefits. But, there may also be unwanted reactions to medications, commonly referred to as drug side effects. READ NOW TNF Blockers - When Should You Switch?   If you are treated with a TNF blocker, it may become necessary to switch to a different TNF blocker or another biologic drug at some point. What are your options and when would switching be appropriate? READ NOW Arthrodesis Provides Pain Relief and Stability to Damaged Joints   Surgery is regarded as a "last resort treatment option" for joints severely damaged by arthritis. While joint replacement surgery is the more common joint procedure, sometimes joint fusion (arthrodesis) is the better option. READ NOW Rheumatoid Arthritis or Osteoarthritis - Which Is It?   Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis are two types of arthritis. There are specific symptoms and distinguishing characteristics associated with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Do you know the difference? Take the quiz. READ NOW Featured Articles • 15 Recipes to Make Healthy Food Kid-Friendly • 7 Natural Weight Loss Methods That Help You Slim Down Faster • 2015 Guide to Herbal Supplements for Weight Loss • The 13 Most Embarrassing Running Problems • 7 Great Hamstring Stretches for the Noobie and Experienced Alike • The Grapefruit Diet Is making a comeback...with scientific backing • Best Body Weight Exercises • 7 Skills Bullies Need to Be Taught Advertisement About Arthritis & Joint Conditions  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Arthritis & Joint Conditions newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.