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Conditions treated: Skin and Hair, Psoriasis
Treating Psoriasis with Patchouli Oil
Properties: acrid, slightly warm. Channels (meridians) entered: spleen, stomach, lungs. Actions & Indications: weak digestion, l...
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Conditions treated: Musculoskeletal, Arthritis
Treating Arthritis with Juniper berries.
Junipers are coniferous plants in the genus Juniperus of the cypress family. They are evergreen with either needle-like and/or scale-like leaves. Jun...
Encyclopedia: Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a disease which affects the skin and joints. It commonly causes red scaly patches to appear on the skin. The scaly patches caused by psoriasis, called psoriatic plaques, are areas of inflammation and excessive skin production. Skin rapidly accumulates at these sites and takes a silvery-white appearance. Plaques frequently occur on the skin of the elbows and knees, but can affect any area including the scalp and genitals....
Visual Exploration: Arthritis
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What is the cure for psoriatic arthritis?
I know someone with psoriatic arthritis. What is the cure? Please don't waste my time...
I know someone with psoriatic arthritis. What is the cure? Please don't waste my time...
I do not believe there is a cure because it is caused by immune system problems. However, an arthritis specialist can prescribe medication that will help a lot. See a...
Asked by nicomp - 28 months ago
I have psoriatic arthritis and take prednisolone. What are the long term effects of taking...
I am slightly concerned about long term use of the drug prednisolone, prescribed for arthritis....
I am slightly concerned about long term use of the drug prednisolone, prescribed for arthritis....
The longer you take it and the higher the dose generally the more side effects. Fluid weight gain can be a problem around the stomach, back of neck and rounding of...
Asked by TIM M - 10 months ago
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Question ? psoriatic arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis what are the first sign that you might be getting it? Quote: : Psoriatic arthritis what are the first sign that you might be getting it? Hi...
May 25, 2007
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How can I know if my arthritis will evolve to...
to suffer from a psoriatic-like rash. The doctor said that this can happen but usually the psoriasis is before the arthritis. How can I know if my arthritis will evolve to psoriatic arthritis?
Jul 15, 2008
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Newly Launched Psoriatic Arthritis Resource Puts Patients on PATH to...
Newly Launched Psoriatic Arthritis Resource Puts Patients on PATH to Better Physical and Emotional / -- For people living with psoriatic arthritis, a disease characterized by pain, stiffness and swelling
Aug 11, 2006
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Protect Your Joints
Arthritis can render your joints very painful, especially in your hands. You can protect your hands from further damage by avoiding pushing, pulling, or twisting movements. There are additional things you can do to avoid further joint damage, such as increasing the size of toothbrush handles with foam. This slide show from the Mayo Clinic will guide you through more tips.
Hand Exercises for Arthritis
Do you have arthritis pain in your hands? This slide show from the Mayo Clinic will guide you through exercises which can be done daily, or several times a day, that will help to alleviate the pain of arthritis. Performing these movements with your hands submerged in warm water may provide even more relief.
Fingernails Slide Show
What can your fingernails tell you about your health? Learn about it here:
Your fingernails can tell you a lot about your health. Certain diseases and conditions are associated with changes in the appearance of nails. This slide show from the Mayo Clinic will take you through seven types of nail changes that may signal possible underlying health problems.
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