Consequences of Not Treating Arthritis the Right Way
There are many ways of treating arthritis, however the right treatment will ensure long-lasting and pain free knee movement for a very long time. I would like to highlight the consequences of treating severe arthritis using medication and surgery. 1. Medication - For those taking medication prescribed by the doctors which include NSAIDs, there are side effects to the vital organs and this may do more harm than good in the long term. The side effects for taking these NSAIDs include Stomach pain and heartburn Stomach ulcers Increased bleeding tendency Headaches and Dizziness Allergic reactions such as rashes, wheezing and throat swelling Liver and kidney problems High blood pressure Leg swelling Heart attacks and strokes For those suffering from severe arthritis, they have to take large doses of NSAIDs to get the necessary pain relief. If anyone were to consume these medications for long periods of time ( more than 6 months), there is high chance of exposing oneself to the above-menti