Patient's question:
Dad just told me that his knees and joints have been hurting recently. I've never heard of this condition before. Is this rheumatism?Doctor's answer:
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic systemic disease with unknown etiology, based on inflammatory synovitis, and its onset may be related to factors such as intergenerational inheritance, infection, and sex hormones. It can be accompanied by systemic symptoms such as weight loss, low-grade fever, and fatigue. The recurrence of bone and joint pain may be caused by rheumatoid or gout invading the bone and joints.For a clear diagnosis, you should go to the hospital on an empty stomach for a blood test. In daily life, you should avoid overexertion, ensure adequate protein intake, eat more calcium-rich foods, and maintain a dry living environment. At the same time, you should have a correct understanding of the disease, build confidence and patience, and cooperate with your doctor in treatment. Avoid frequent exposure to radioactive substances, rest regularly, and do not drink beer.