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Amelie-Benoist / Getty Images Hip replacements typically wear outvery slowly, but the problem does progress over the years. Ten years after a hip replacement, there is a 90% chance the implant will be functioning well. In general, the lifespan of the implant is expected to be 15 to 20 years. Patients who wear out their prosthesis will require revision hip replacement surgery. Revision hip replacements may also be performed to manage complications such asinfection of a hip replacement,hip replacement dislocation, or fractures of the bone around the hip replacement....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsWhat Is the Cause of Reye’s Syndrome?DiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms What Is the Cause of Reye’s Syndrome? Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Reye’s syndrome (RS) is a rare but potentially life-threatening condition that affects the brain and liver, causing vomiting, seizures, confusion, personality changes, and loss of consciousness. Children are almost exclusively affected, with 90% of cases occurring after a child is givenaspirinto treat a viral infection like the flu orchickenpox....

Key TakeawaysThe FDA approved Rezvoglar as the second interchangeable biosimilar insulin product.Pharmacists can swap branded insulin for Rezvoglar at the counter without prior authorization from a physician.FDA approval also allows pharmacies to exchange brand-name products for similar generic products to a patient without a physician’s approval, similar to when generic drugs are swapped for branded drugs.The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approvedRezvoglar(insulin glargine-aglr), the second interchangeable biosimilar insulin product in the United States....

Key Takeaways Kennedy claimed that the parasite had caused brain damage and memory loss, from which he has since recovered. It can take months to years after infection for the symptoms to occur, usually when the cysts start dying. Seizures and headaches are the most common symptoms of neurocysticercosis. Confusion, difficulty with balance, and lack of attention to people and surroundings may also happen. This could result in death. People cannot get this condition from eating undercooked pork unless the pork contains larval cysts....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRh Factor in PregnancyRh Factor of Each ParentRh IncompatibilityPreventive InjectionTransfusion and Rh FactorCommunicating Rh FactorFetal Health Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Rh Factor in Pregnancy Rh Factor of Each Parent Rh Incompatibility Preventive Injection Transfusion and Rh Factor Communicating Rh Factor Fetal Health Blood typingincludes the identification of A and B sugarantigensand Rh proteins on the surface of the red blood cells (RBCs)....

Rheumatic diseases commonly affect the musculoskeletal system but can affect the entire body. People of all ages may have rheumatic diseases. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the most common of over 200 rheumatic conditions.Other examples include ankylosing spondylitis, fibromyalgia, gout, and more. Many rheumatic diseases involve immune system dysfunction and systemic (whole-body) inflammation.They can cause inflammation that attacks joints, muscles, bones, tendons, and organs. Many are arthritis conditions that mainly affect the joints....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisIs Rheumatic Fever Treatable? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Is Rheumatic Fever Treatable? Rheumatic fever is an inflammatory disease that develops when streptococcal A infections, such asstrep throat, scarlet fever, andcellulitis, aren’t properly treated. Rheumatic fever can cause a variety of symptoms, including fever, painful joints, chest pain, and movement disturbances. Rheumatic fever most often affects children, typically between ages 5 and 15, since strep infections are most common in this age group....

RA is the most common form ofinflammatory arthritis, with the first symptoms most commonly beingjoint stiffnessand swelling of the hands, feet, knees, or wrists. Women are three times more likely to develop RA, and across all demographics, it can start as early as 30 years old. Real People Group / Getty Images Why Age of RA Onset Matters The age of onset of rheumatoid arthritis matters for several reasons. Depending on the age of onset, the severity, progression, and treatment options for RA may look different....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are Platelet Disorders?RA and Platelet DisordersSymptomsDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are Platelet Disorders? RA and Platelet Disorders Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment People withrheumatoid arthritis (RA)have a higher risk of the blood platelet disorders thrombocytosis and thrombocytopenia.Platelets, also known as thrombocytes, are blood cells that bind together whenever a blood vessel is damaged to form a clot and prevent bleeding....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRA EffectsSymptomsRelated ConditionsTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents RA Effects Symptoms Related Conditions Treatment Rheumatoid arthritis cysts in the hands are one of the telltale symptoms of the condition. Others include pain, stiffness, swelling, discolored fingers, numbness, tingling, and joint deformity. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an inflammatory disease that can impact many joints and organs. More common in women than men and in people in their 30s to 60s, this type of arthritis can be particularly destructive on the joints in your hands....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsStepsBenefits of Early DiagnosisRisks of Undiagnosed RASteps After Diagnosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Steps Benefits of Early Diagnosis Risks of Undiagnosed RA Steps After Diagnosis Rheumatoid arthritis(RA) can be challenging to diagnose because its symptoms often overlap with other conditions, and there is no single definitive test for the disease.Getting a rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis often involves a series of tests, including blood tests, imaging studies like X-rays or magnetic resonance imaging scans (MRIs), and a thorough physical examination to evaluate joint swelling, tenderness, and overall symptoms, to arrive at an official diagnosis....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFrequent SymptomsTypes of FlaresSymptomsHow Long a Flare LastsComplicationsWhen to Seek Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Frequent Symptoms Types of Flares Symptoms How Long a Flare Lasts Complications When to Seek Care Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a form of arthritis and an autoimmune disease. An RA flare, also known as an exacerbation, occurs when a person experiences transient worsening of theirrheumatoid arthritissymptoms—such as joint pain and swelling—which indicates increased inflammation and disease activity....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsJaw SymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Jaw Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Frequently Asked Questions Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)is an inflammatory condition that occurs when your body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own cells. RA commonly affects joints throughout the body, including the jaw. Rheumatoid arthritis causes inflammation, which leads to redness, swelling, pain, warmth, and stiffness in the affected areas....