Arthritis, Internal Medicine FAQ - Page 12

Vasculitis Hello, Doctor: Two years ago, I started experiencing redness, swelling, and warmth in my knees, sometimes in my feet, toes, and heels, and occasionally in my fingers. Most of the symptoms are located around the joints and typically resolve on their own within 2-3 days ...

Can I jog? Hello, I have experienced inflammation and pain in several joints, such as my shoulders, which often hurt the day after lifting heavy objects. I have also had pain in my cervical and lumbar spine. If I engage in intense running, I inevitably experience severe knee pain...

Is it systemic lupus erythematosus? ANA 640X, WBC 3300, Eosinophils 6%, Lymphocytes 45%, Hct 37.1%, Albumin 4.64 g/dL, Globulin 3.22 g/dL, A/G Ratio 1.44, GOT and GPT normal, total bilirubin 0.96 (slightly elevated). Is this indicative of systemic lupus erythematosus?

Do I really have gout? Should I take these medications? Dear Doctor, I have a condition of elevated uric acid levels (it reached 10.2 two years ago, 8.7 three months ago, and currently 8.8). My blood pressure fluctuates between normal and slightly high (not frequently monitored)...

What are the side effects of long-term medication for hyperuricemia? Hello, I would like to ask a few questions. My father is seventy-two years old and has been experiencing severe uric acid issues over the past year or two, which has led to arthritis and mobility difficulties. H...

Somnolence Hello Dr. Tseng: I would like to ask about my condition. From May 11 to May 13, I experienced prolonged drowsiness and fatigue. The week prior, I had persistent swelling in my legs and elevated uric acid levels, for which I have been taking medication to manage. I have...

Arthritis Medications and Health 1. I have recently been taking Glucosamine 1000mg and Chondroitin 800mg daily for osteoarthritis. Although these dosages are within the safe range, I am concerned about whether long-term use could negatively affect my digestive and metabolic syste...

Sjögren's syndrome The English term for 謝格連氏症 is Sjögren's syndrome. Patients can develop this condition due to an autoimmune response, where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own moisture-producing glands, leading to symptoms such as dry mouth and dr...

How can recurrent rheumatic fever be distinguished? Hello Doctor: I have the following questions I would like to ask you! I have been experiencing aching pain in my joints, particularly in my hands and feet, during rainy days and before weather changes, and it has been progressiv...

What is Shy-Drager syndrome? My mother has been experiencing gastrointestinal discomfort for over ten years, with frequent abdominal pain and diarrhea. Doctors believe she has colonic dysmotility and have also mentioned irritable bowel syndrome. In recent years, she has been diag...

Uric acid My husband had a blood test a few days ago, and the report showed his uric acid level is 7.0 (with the normal upper limit being 7.0). I would like to ask: 1. Does he need further testing, or can we manage this with dietary control (he enjoys eating meat and barbecued fo...

Stroke The grandmother is 80 years old and had a stroke at the age of 75, but has since recovered. Recently, she has been experiencing knee pain. What should be done?

Immune system AMIA stands for Antimitochondrial Antibodies, which are often associated with autoimmune diseases, particularly primary biliary cholangitis. A titer of 53 indicates the concentration of these antibodies in the blood, with higher values suggesting a stronger autoim...

Dietary Management of Hyperuricemia In the past two months, my uric acid levels have been elevated (reaching a maximum of 17), and they are currently at 8.5. However, I suffer from degenerative arthritis, which causes me significant pain. I am currently undergoing treatment and w...

Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) A patient with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis has a 23-year medical history, standing at 147 cm tall and weighing approximately 30 kg. For over 30 years, the patient has occasionally experienced wheezing, and multiple physicians have noted the presen...

Patient Rights in Healthcare My father recently sought consultation at the gastroenterology department due to black stools. After the physician arranged for an endoscopy, it was confirmed that he had gastrointestinal bleeding and a duodenal ulcer. He was advised to be hospitalize...

Could you please provide more context or specify what aspect of breathing you would like to know about? The family member has been suffering from rheumatoid arthritis for 23 years and occasionally experiences shortness of breath and wheezing (feeling fatigued while breathing). Ge...