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Rheumatic diseases are illnesses that cause long-term inflammation and loss of function of one or more structures that help support the body. Examples of supportive structures include connective tissues, tendons, ligaments, and the cartilage and bones that make up joints.There are more than 100 types of rheumatic diseases. Examples of common rheumatic diseases include bursitis, fibromyalgia, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, spondyloarthropathies, and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Although each disease is unique, common symptoms include pain, stiffness, and swelling. .... Read more

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Chondroitin for Rheumatic Diseases
Chondroitin: Multiple controlled clinical trials since the 1980s have examined the use of oral chondroitin in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee and other locations (spine, hips, finger joints). Most ....

 

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Willowbark for Rheumatic Diseases
Willowbark: Willowbark that contains salicin has been used to treat many different kinds of pain. Willow bark is a traditional analgesic (pain relieving) therapy for osteoarthritis. Several studied have confirmed ....

 

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Glucosamine for Rheumatic Diseases
Glucosamine: Glucosamine is a natural compound that is found in healthy cartilage. Based on human research, there is good evidence to support the use of glucosamine sulfate in the treatment ....

 

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Omega-3 fatty acid for Rheumatic Diseases
Omega-3 fatty acid: Multiple studies report improvements in morning stiffness and joint tenderness with the regular intake of fish oil supplements for up to three months. Benefits have been reported ....

 

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DHEA for Rheumatic Diseases
DHEA: DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) is a hormone that is produced by the adrenal glands. Most human studies investigating the effect of DHEA for systemic lupus erythematosus support its use as an ....

 

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