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Dry Fruits Having Anti-inflammatory Effects Good for Arthritis


Rheumatoid factor less than 14 IU/mL.


What is a normal rheumatoid factor level?
What is the normal range of the RA factor? The normal range of rheumatoid factors in the blood is less than 14 IU/mL. Any values above 14 IU/mL suggest abnormal results, and the person might have rheumatoid arthritis, internal tissue injury, and inflammation

Rheumatoid factors are proteins made by the immune system that can attack healthy tissue in the body. High levels of rheumatoid factor in the blood are most often related to autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis and Sjogren syndrome. However, rheumatoid factor may be detected in some healthy people.

Revised criteria for the classification of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) :
The new criteria are as follows: 
1) Morning stiffness in and around joints lasting at least 1 hour before maximal improvement; 
2) Soft tissue swelling (arthritis) of 3 or more joint areas observed by a physician; 
3) Swelling (arthritis) of the proximal interphalangeal, metacarpophalangeal, or wrist joints; 
4) Symmetric swelling (arthritis); 
5) Rheumatoid nodules; 
6) The presence of rheumatoid factor; and 
7) Radiographic erosions and/or periarticular osteopenia in hand and/or wrist joints. 
Criteria 1 through 4 must have been present for at least 6 weeks. Rheumatoid arthritis is defined by the presence of 4 or more criteria.

How long can you live with RA?
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Lifespan

In the study, the median survival rate for healthy adults was approximately 82 years while the median survival rate for people with RA was approximately 77 years

Studies show that a Mediterranean diet, with lots of fruits and vegetables, whole grains and healthy fats is a good choice for people with RA.

Best Fruits for Arthritis
Fruit Basics. All fruits have health benefits, but some have more disease-fighting properties than others. ...
Tart cherries. ...
Strawberries. ...
Red Raspberries. ...
Avocado. ...
Watermelon. ...
Grapes

What foods fight arthritis?
Omega-3 fats, inflammation and arthritis
In oily fish such as salmon and sardines.
Linseeds and linseed (flaxseed) oil.
Canola (rapeseed) oil.
Walnuts.
Foods fortified with omega-3
Fish oil supplements

Which dry fruit is best for arthritis?
Almonds, hazelnuts, peanuts, pecans, pistachios and walnuts contain high amounts of fibre, calcium, magnesium, zinc, Vitamin E and Omega-3 fats which all have anti-inflammatory effects.

Is ghee good for rheumatoid arthritis?
Ghee is the food you need if you have joint pain or arthritis. It helps in soothing inflammation, lubricates joints and reduces joint stiffness caused by arthritis


Foods Should Avoid with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Grilled, broiled, or fried meats (and other fried foods). ...
Sugars and refined carbohydrates. ...
Gluten. ...
Preservatives and flavour enhancers. ...
Alcohol

Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs)

If diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, usually be offered a combination of DMARD tablets as part of initial treatment.

These medicines ease the symptoms of the condition and slow down its progression.

DMARDs work by blocking the effects of the chemicals released when the immune system attacks joints, which could otherwise cause further damage to nearby bones, tendons, ligaments and cartilage.

The DMARDs that may be used include:

Methotrexate
Leflunomide
Hydroxychloroquine
Sulfasalazine
Methotrexate is usually the first medicine given for rheumatoid arthritis, often with another DMARD and a short course of steroids (corticosteroids) to relieve any pain.

These may be combined with biological treatments.

Common side effects of methotrexate include:

Feeling sick
Loss of appetite
A sore mouth
Diarrhoea
Headaches
Hair loss
The medicine can also affect blood cells and the liver, so have regular blood tests to monitor this.

Less commonly, methotrexate can affect the lungs, so you may have a chest X-ray and possibly a breathing test when you start taking it. This is to provide a comparison if you develop shortness of breath or a persistent dry cough while taking it. But most people tolerate methotrexate well.

Biological treatments
Biological treatments, such as adalimumab, etanercept and infliximab, are a newer form of treatment for rheumatoid arth
JAK inhibitors
JAK inhibitors are a new type of medicine available on the NHS for adults with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis.

Rheumatoid factor less than 14 IU/mL.

Also, have a happy mind and love and like yourself.

Inputs Curtsey: ENT Specialist, veteran Doctor preferring to remain anonymous

Hindusthan Samachar
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