Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, and is widely considered to be a disease caused by simple wear and tear. However, the latest research suggests that local inflammation may be an important aspect of the disease. INTRODUCTION Osteoarthritis is a common condition that makes a person’s joints stiff and painful, particularly in the […]
Month: April 2015
Tocilizumab may increase the amount of cholesterol in the blood, but not the most damaging type of cholesterol
Some medicines used to treat inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis may alter the balance of lipids and cholesterol in the blood. INTRODUCTION Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects a person’s joints, causing pain and disability. People with rheumatoid arthritis have an increased risk of suffering from cardiovascular diseases such as heart […]
Gout may be associated with vascular events such as stroke or heart attacks, particularly in women
Patients with gout – especially women – may be more likely to suffer from vascular diseases such as stroke, heart attack, angina or heart disease. INTRODUCTION Gout is a very common condition, affecting 2.5% of the population in the UK. The symptoms tend to flare every so often, developing over a few hours and causing […]
