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Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, commonly known as NSAIDs, are taken to relieve common aches and pains. However, for some people, these drugs can cause a variety of gastrointestinal problems. Avoiding these difficulties means learning whether you are at risk for trouble.
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Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are used by many people to relieve pain. However, since they are so commonly used, most people don't think twice about taking them. Learn why excessive use of these seemingly harmless medications can actually cause a variety of problems.
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COX-2 inhibitors, the popular pain medications normally used to treat arthritis, are now being studied for their ability to possibly prevent and treat certain forms of cancer. Find out why physicians are interested in these medications.
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For most people, arthritis means simply pain in or around a joint. But there are over 100 different kinds of arthritis, each with its own set of symptoms and characteristics. What causes the various forms of arthritis? Who is most at risk? If you have pain in your joints, how do you determine if it's arthritis... and what kind? Our panel of experts will provide an in-depth overview of this common -- and often misunderstood -- medical condition.
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Although arthritis cannot be cured, not everyone suffering from the condition has to live with pain. There are many medications available to relieve arthritis pain and slow the progression of the disease. But there are many types of arthritis, and choosing the right medication will depend
on your individual diagnosis. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the latest treatment strategies for a variety of arthritic conditions. Topics will include:
- What lifestyle changes may help certain types of arthritis?
- When are antibiotics used to treat arthritis?
- How can steroids help? When are they prescribed?
- What are NSAIDs and COX-2 inhibitors?
- When is surgery an option?
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Conventional medical treatments for arthritis have come a long way in recent years. But many people suffering from arthritis pain have found additional comfort in so-called "alternative" or "complementary" therapies. From copper bracelets to St. John's wort, there are dozens of products on the market that promise pain relief. How effective are they? And more importantly, how safe? Join our panel of experts as they discuss these therapies, and how they should be used. Topics will include:
- Acupuncture, massage, and chiropractic
- Bracelets and poultices
- Ginkgo biloba, glucosamine, and other oral medications
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In this segment, our panel of experts answers viewer questions (emailed in advance) on a range of issues related to arthritis. Topics will include:
- Can cracking your knuckles cause arthritis?
- Is there a connection between arthritis and fibromyalgia?
- How effective are cortisone injections in treating osteoarthritis?
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