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Last Updated: Sep 25, 2019
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Don't Neglect Joint Pain!
Dr. BharathrajRheumatologist & Immunologist • 14 Years Exp.MBBS, MD - General Medicine, Fellowship in Rheumatology & Immunology
Why did joint pain need to consider important?
- Joint pain can be dangerous if neglected as one may have a serious underlying autoimmune phenomenon like lupus.
- Joint pain is an indicator of inflammation. Something like burning of fire within the body.
- Joint pain comes due to an abnormal balance of the immune system or mechanical changes in the joint. First one is more serious than the second ones.
- Joint pain of more than 6 weeks always abnormal and it warns to undergo investigations and evaluation by expertise.
- Smoking is the main culprit for corrupting the immune system.
- Diet and joint pain are not related anywhere.
In case you have a concern or query you can always consult a specialist & get answers to your questions!