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What Is Adult Still s Disease?

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Dr. Radhika AmulrajAcupuncturist • 18 Years Exp.MD - Acupuncture, Diploma In Accupuncture, Advanced Diploma In Accupuncture
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What is Adult Still’s disease?
Adult Still’s disease is a rare inflammatory condition that may lead to long term arthritis and other complications. There’s no cure for adult Still’s disease, but treatment may offer symptom relief for adult Still’s disease and help prevent complications.

Symptoms of Adult Still’s disease-

  • Fever
  • Swollen joints
  • Muscle pain
  • Rash on your trunk, arms or legs

Causes of Adult Still’s disease-
The cause of adult Still’s a disease is unknown. The condition may be triggered by a viral or bacterial infection.

Complications of Adult Still’s disease-

  • Joint destruction
  • Inflammation of your heart
  • Excess fluid around your lungs 

Diagnosis of Adult Still’s disease-
Diagnosis of Adult Still’s disease involves the following tests:

  • Physical exam
  • X-rays of your bones
  • CT scan or ultrasound
  • Blood tests

Precautions & Prevention of Adult Still’s disease-
Adult Still’s disease can’t be prevented. Early treatment may prevent complications.

Treatment of Adult Still’s disease-
Acupuncture Treatment of Adult Still’s disease 

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