Question 1

can softening of cartilage be reversed?

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Cartilage Healing: The articular cartilage has a blunted ability to heal. Softening of the cartilage is the first phase of cartilage deterioration. Clinically, there is no proven means to reverse the softening. However, there are theoretical possibilities to stimulate cartilage healing, e.g., electromagnetic, such as the ceruleau probe and bionicare knee system--i am not endorsing either product.

Question 2

what is the abnormal softening of cartilage called?

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It's called: Chondromalacia.

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Dr Z

Question 3

hi, i was wondering, how do you soften cartilage in an ear? and what tools are needed to do so?

Accepted Answer

Ans: Do you mean the ear wax?    The wax can be softened with over the counter debrox. This is one way. You put the drops into the ear. Then you can flush merely by using shower water. This works very well and does clear the plugged ear nicely

Question 4

what are the benefits of taking shark cartilages?

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Controversy - toxins: Shark fin soup, made from the cartilaginous pectoral & dorsal fins of shark,  has been in use since at least the ming dynasty in china. It is used medicinally in china to lower cholesterol & to combat cancer & heart disease but it's benefits are controversial. There is a  health risk in ingesting shark fins. It is a predator fish with of high levels of bmaa (neurotoxin), arsenic & methylmercury.

Question 5

can a shoulder stop producing cartilage?

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Cartilage repair: Yes.  In arthritis the cartilage is often worn away and not replaced.  Nutrition for the cartilage includes glucosamine and ha injections.  Surgery can repair and sometimes generate regrowth of some cartilage repair tissue.

Question 6

how painful is a middle cartilage piercing?

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Painful: Painful, risky, and complications abound.

Question 7

does consuming shark cartilage stunt growth?

Accepted Answer

No, it doesn't stunt: Growth. Shark fin soup, made from the cartilaginous pectoral & dorsal fins of shark, has been in use since at least the ming dynasty in china. It is used medicinally in china to v cholesterol & combat cancer & heart disease but it's benefits are controversial. There is a  health risk in ingesting shark fins. It is a predator fish with of high levels of bmaa (neurotoxin), arsenic & methylmercury.

Question 8

what sort of disease is a cartilage disorder?

Accepted Answer

Joints...: Cartilage is the smooth substance lining most joints. Some disorders are hereditary, involving production and structure of the cartilage. Much more common are problems like osteoarthritis - a degeneration of the cartilage due to wear and tear, obesity, etc. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease and also can affect cartilage.

Question 9

how will i know if i have cartilage disorders?

Accepted Answer

Very simple: Check with your doctor, if he believe you have problem, he will reffer you to orthopedic surgeon, how could help you.Good luck. Thanks.

Question 10

is there cartilage in the walls of your trachea?

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Yes: The anterior (front) wall and side walls of your trachea and supported by rings made of cartilage.

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