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27 December 2017

What's The Worst That Can Happen If You Don't Treat Your Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Although rheumatoid arthritis (RA) has no actual cure, it can be managed in such a way that the patient manages to live a normal life (or as near to it as possible). However, the consequences are bad for those who don't seek treatment early, interrupt their treatments or don't follow their doctor's instructions. Here are some of the complications you may suffer from if you don't get your RA treated properly:
27 December 2017

Complications You May Experience If Your Fractured Leg Doesn't Heal Properly

A leg fracture may not be a life-threatening injury, but it does carry some nasty complications if it is not treated properly. Here are some of the complications you may experience if you don't follow your doctor's instructions during your fracture's treatment: You May Experience Compartment Syndrome A compartment syndrome is a situation in which fluid pressure builds up within your muscle tissues to dangerous levels. A leg fracture may lead to a compartment syndrome if the edges of the broken bones pierce your blood vessels and blood leaks within the muscles.
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A few years ago, I injured my left knee while cleaning my house. At first, I tried numerous home remedies to ease the pain and swelling that developed after the injury. Because my discomfort persisted, I scheduled an appointment with an orthopedist near me. After performing some tests, this medical professional informed me I would need to have a simple, robotic surgery. After the surgery, my orthopedist recommended I go to physical therapy for a couple of weeks. Thankfully, my condition improved. On this blog, I hope you will discover the benefits of seeing an orthopedist immediately after suffering an injury to a joint. Enjoy!

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