Chapter 5: Arthritis Flashcards
What is another name for Osteoarthritis (OA)?
Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD)
What type of Arthritis os Osteoarthritis?
Wear and tear.
What happens overtime with Osteoarthritis?
There is a gradual loss of cartilage from the joints resulting in pain, stiffness, and swelling.
What is one of the strongest risk factors for developing Osteoarthritis (OA)?
Advancing age.
The pain of Osteoarthritis (OA) can be removed or managed by?
Physical therapy, medications or joint replacement
What are the three most common types of arthritis?
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis and Systematic Lupus Erythematosus.
what is Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)?
A painful autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the joints with uncontrolled inflammation.
What is the result of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
Bone erosion and irreversible joint deformity
Where does Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) mostly affects?
Hands, wrists, elbows, knees, ankles and feet.
Whais the cure for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?
There is no cure for RA but medications often slow or prevent joint damage.
What percent of people is diagnosed with Psoriasis?
Approximately 30%
What causes Psoriasis Arthritis?
Joint pain, stiffness and swelling.
What is the cure for Psoriasis Arthritis?
There is no cure, but inflammation can often controlled with medication.
What affects Systematic Lupus Erythematosus?
Affects the entire body.
What causes Systematic Lupus Erythematosus?
Joint pain, fatigue, hair loss, sensitivity to light fever, rash and kidney problems.
