Question 1

is it okay to take horny goat weed for joint pain if i have polycythemia rubra vera?

Accepted Answer

Horny goat weed: This contains icariin which is a compound similar to Viagra, (sildenafil) for sexual potency &amp; erectile dysfunction. I am not aware of it being used for joint pains, or of any interactions with blood disorders. Be careful if liver or kidney issues &amp; talk to your doctor first.

Question 2

having a lot of joint pain all over?

Accepted Answer

Diagnostic evaluatio: If you are having an assortment of varied
joint pain, you need to get to the source
i would suggest a rheumatologist workup to
find potential causes.
The treatment will likely require nsaids and
possible injections into the affected joints.
Perhaps physical therapy would help too.

Question 3

what can cause really bad joint pain?

Accepted Answer

See below: Really severe joint pain can be due to gout from uric acid crystals; to pseudogouit from Calcium pyrophosphate crystals due to several diseases; to acute joint injury; to acute joint infection; and to a severe flare of Rheumatoid arthritis or other inflammatory arthritis

Question 4

how can i get relief from joint pain?

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Depends on the cause: Your pain could be as a result of many different things. A thorough history and physical exam and possibly some laboratory and radiology exams are needed to determine the exact cause. Causes of pain may include: trauma (fracture, sprain, arthritis), infection, metabolic conditions (gout), musculoskeletal or biomechanical abnormality and neurologic conditions (neuropathy).

Question 5

what to do about radiating joint pain?

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Depends: Joints with inflammation and  fluid collections tend to spread  pain sensation to surrounding tissue such as muscle and nerve.   Chronic pain can develop into "everything hurts"  one reversible cause of radiating joint pain, in my experience in michigan, is severe  vitamin d deficiency.   See your physician for appropriate blood work for rheumatoid  disorders and vit d.

Question 6

what is a good way to relieve joint pain?

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Need a diagnosis: The  joint pain can be present  for  many reasons. Your physician will be able to help clarify or send you to  a rheumatologist. Therapy depends on the diagnosis. Therapy includes a  mixture of   medications, physical therapy and exercise to improve and stabilize  muscle tone.

Question 7

is it possible to get traveling joint pain?

Accepted Answer

Yes: In certain cases you do see what is known as fleeting joint pains; this is usually temporary and passes. Rheumatic fever is said to lick the joints but it bites the heart.

Question 8

what is good for joint pain due to workout?

Accepted Answer

Step back: You need to make sure you are doing your exercises with the right intensity, frequency, form, etc, having a certified athletic trainer will help.  Soreness after exercise can be normal but if pain remains after 48-72 hour you should visit your doctor for evaluation as you may be injuring or aggravating a possible injury.

Question 9

can you tell me how i relief from joint pain?

Accepted Answer

Joint relief: There are many ways to relieve a painful joint. These include: rest, ice, anti-inflammatory medications, weight loss, activity modifications, stretching as well as strengthening of muscles and ligaments about the affected joint. Avoid high-impact activities like running, jogging, treadmill, basketball, tennis or racquetball. Swimming, bicycling, recumbent bike or a rowing machine are better.

Question 10

what causes joint pain on the side you use least?

Accepted Answer

Muscle tone?: Uncertain i understand your  questions but i will try to answer it.
Your dominant side will have stronger  muscles and this muscle tone  may protect you more.The non-dominany side  may be  more deconditioned sicne itis used  less. Try a general exercise program.

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