Osteoarthritis Flashcards by Vernice Ang | Brainscape

Q

what is OA

A

degenerative joint disease where the cartilage protecting ends of the bone wears down over time

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drugs and supplements suitable for OA

A

Paracetamol
NSAIDs
Glucocorticoids
supplements: chondroitin sulphate (not HCL), intra-articular hyaluronic acid, glucosamine

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risk factor of OA

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age
obesity

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