OrganizedWisdom Health - Autoimmune Conditions

N-Acetyl Glucosamine

KenyottaE — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:37:30 GMT

N-acetyl glucosamine is a chemical that is extracted from the outer shells of shellfish. It has been used to treat Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and osteoarthritis.

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Multiple Sclerosis and Anxiety

SScroggins — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:41:04 GMT

Patients who are diagnosed with multiple sclerosis often suffer from anxiety. Anxiety is also sometimes listed as a symptom of multiple sclerosis.

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Antibiotic Therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis

SScroggins — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:03:03 GMT

Researchers continue to study the effects of antibiotics on rheumatoid arthritis. Minocycline, doxycycline, and a combination of tetracycline and clindamycin are a few of the antibiotics that are sometimes used to treat rheumatoid arthritis.

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Sjogren's Syndrome and Rheumatoid Arthritis

Irish1970 — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:13:49 GMT

Some forms of Sjogren's syndrome, known as secondary Sjogren's syndrome, are related to connective tissue diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and scleroderma. Sjogren's syndrome is a disease that affects the autoimmune system. The most common symptoms are a dry mouth and eyes because the glands do not produce sufficient fluids.

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Sjogren's Syndrome and Kidney Problems

Irish1970 — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:05:42 GMT

Kidney problems such as interstitial nephritis, which is an inflammation of the tissue of the kidney, can affect people diagnosed with Sjogren's syndrome. Sjogren's syndrome is an autoimmune disorder that affects the glands of the body. Dry eyes and a dry mouth from lack of fluid production are the most common symptoms of Sjogren's syndrome.

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Sjogren's Syndrome and Lymphoma

Irish1970 — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:59:48 GMT

Approximately 5% of people affected with Sjogren's syndrome also develop lymphoma which is cancer of the lymph nodes. Sjogren's syndrome is an autoimmune disease that most often affects the salivary glands and tear ducts. Dry mouth and dry eyes are common symptoms because the glands do not produce the proper amount of fluids.

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Sjogren’s Syndrome Auto Immune Weakness

Irish1970 — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:56:38 GMT

Sjogren's syndrome is an autoimmune disease that primarily causes dry mouth and dry eyes. These symptoms are manifested when the glands do not produce enough fluid. People affected by Sjogren's syndrome can experience other disorders such as liver or kidney problems due to the weakness of the immune system.

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Sjogren's Syndrome and the Liver

Irish1970 — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:50:28 GMT

Possible symptoms of Sjogren's syndrome include inflammation of the liver, or hepatitis, which can lead to a liver disease called primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC). Sjogren's syndrome is an autoimmune disease that is characterized by dry mouth and dry eyes. These symptoms are caused because the glands do not produce enough fluids.

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Muscle and Joint Stiffness

ShanaMScott — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:08:31 GMT

Muscle and joint stiffness are early symptoms of arthritis. Muscle and joint stiffness can also be caused by many injuries and conditions; they are frequently seen in autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. If due to arthritis, exercise may help to reduce joint stiffness and improve symptoms of pain.

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How to Eat Out When Diagnosed With Crohn's Disease

ShanaMScott — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 02:41:29 GMT

Eating out when diagnosed with Crohn's disease can be a challenge and therefore planning ahead is important. Patients should select menu items and foods that won't aggravate Crohn's symptoms of gas, bloating, abdominal pain, cramping, and diarrhea.

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