Aches and pains of the joints don’t necessarily mean you have arthritis and since the disease has so many forms, diagnosing isn’t always immediate or easy. Some types of arthritis are very common and easily observed , while others are extremely rare and hard to detect. Some people feel only minor discomfort, while others can suffer extreme pain. If you have joint pains which you think may be arthritis, the sooner you find out what it is and what you can do about it, the better. But, whatever you symptoms, it’s important that you have them correctly diagnosed. TAKE ACTION It’s hard to believe that about 25 per cent of people with arthritis don’t do anything to alleviate their symptoms. This not only causes unnecessary suffering, but actually aggravates the condition and allows it to deteriorate. Arthritis is usually chronic – this means its here to stay. However it needn’t mean a life of constant pain. The symptoms may come and go; there will be some days when it will be hard to believe that anything can help, but others with little or no pain. Rest assured, there are many ways of easing arthritis, and remission – complete control of all inflammation – is possible. ARTHRITIS CHECKLIST If you are in any doubt as to whether your symptoms warrant medical attention, ask yourself these questions:
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