What Is Inflammation

Frequently Asked Questions

1. QUESTION:
   Inflammation?
   What is the best way, diet ect..to reduce inflammation in ones body to help reduce and heal scar tissue.

   • ANSWER:
     A pure, organic raw foods diet is good for just about everything, and it especially boosts your immune system to heal what ails you. (It’s not the easiest diet to stick to, though.)

2. QUESTION:
   What are the symptoms of small intestine inflammation?
   What are the symptoms of small intestine inflammation?
   And can it be chronic?
   And where is the pain usually located?
   And can CT scan reveal such inflammation?

   • ANSWER:
     Usually pain typically after eating in your lower abdomen. CT scan can reveal the inflammation. If its Crohn’s Disease it is Chronic and you should have a GI do an endoscopy and colonoscopy for more answers

3. QUESTION:
   What is the difference between inflammation and swelling? Does Inflammation means just pain and ache in the?
   joints? I have sharp pain in all of my body joints but no swelling. Is that called inflammation? inflammation = just pain and ache but no swellling?

   • ANSWER:
     You can have inflammation but not see the swelling, it can be inside. Inflammation and swelling are the same thing.

4. QUESTION:
   Does the the inflammation of the liver causes pain in your stomach?
   I went to the doctor and he did me an ultra sound. When he got the results he told me I had liver inflammation. For several years I’ve been having some strange and painful stomachaches is this the cause of my inflammation of liver? I would like to know so I can know what to do for it.

   • ANSWER:
     No, liver inflammation causes no pain. The liver itself has no nerve endings, therefore, no pain. That’s why people can have cirrhosis of the liver and not even know it. I had no idea anything was wrong with me until my liver was already 90% destroyed due to many many years of constant inflammation caused by an autoimmune disease. The only way I knew something was wrong was because I suddenly swelled up with a lot of fluid. I had liver failure and a liver transplant and never experienced any liver pain. Now there is a sac around the liver that can cause some pain, but it never gave me any problems. People are just not aware when their liver is inflamed because they have no symptoms. By the time any physical symptoms of liver failure appears, the failure is often far advanced.

     What can you do about it? Find out the real reason your stomach hurts. What can you do about liver inflammation? It depends on what is causing it to inflame in the first place. If you can get rid of whatever is irritating it, then the inflammation will go away. Example: If alcohol abuse is causing it, then stop drinking and it should go away as long as no permenent liver damage has been done yet such as cirrhosis. Example: My liver inflammation was caused by an autoimmune disease in which there is nothing I can do to stop it. It depends on the cause and whether or not you can get rid of the irritant.

     You need to discuss this with your doctor and find out what your options are for treating both problems such as your stomach and inflamed liver. I’m no doctor, but in my opinion they are going to be two separate problems in which both need addressed. You should not have to go for years with stomach pain and not know what is causing it. Hopefully, you can get the help you need by following up with your doctor and demanding some answers. If this doctor cannot help you, then find one who will.

5. QUESTION:
   what is the best way to reduce lung inflammation. What can i take to get the best results?
   I have a lot of pain in the left side of my chest. it’s hard to take deep breathes. I think inflammation from smoking over the past 10 years is my cause.
   I’ve been taking NU lucule from my lung inflammation. I got it from my vitamin store.

   • ANSWER:
     you might need an antibiotic

     daily do breathing exercise to strengthen lungs

     tid (3X daily) breathe in deeply while counting to 5
     hold counting to 5
     exhale thru pursed lips counting to 5
     this will actually make the lungs stronger and help fight of infection

6. QUESTION:
   What is a simple remedy to decrease or get rid of inflammation?
   My mom has a specific inflammation that she’s gotten from working in a factory. She has to tear down tape from boxes, and it really works her hands out. She doesn’t work on Saturdays or Sundays though.
   What is a good remedy that won’t require things normally not found at home that could get rid of, or at least lessen the inflammation?
   Cold water? Warm water?

   • ANSWER:
     Aspirin is still the drug of choice for inflammation. I would suggest that your mother take a single aspirin in the morning before work to reduce the inflammation. Keeping her hands warm will help to reduce the pain.

7. QUESTION:
   What is a good way to rehab Bursa sac inflammation of the knee?
   I have gotten bursa sac inflammation in both of my knees. My athletic director says it’s because my knees are hitting the ground a lot. How do i rehab it.

   • ANSWER:
     I would suggest seeing a doctor about it and look into occupational therapy and a brace.

8. QUESTION:
   What role does inflammation play in the immune response?
   I know the role of something like a fever in the immune response, but how does inflammation, or swelling help? What is its purpose?

   • ANSWER:
     *you get swelling when something is wrong.i don,t think it helps in any way .as you would need antibiotics to help recovery.

9. QUESTION:
   What is the meaning of inflammation and immuse system?
   sentance: Health experts believe that inherited, environmental, and immune system factors combine to cause inflammation of the bronchial tubes, which carry air to the lungs.

   • ANSWER:
     immune systen is the defense system of the body and inflammation is a way of responding to various harmful stimuli. it is mediated at the cellular level and it involves a lot of complex processes and chemicals like histamine and the like. i think its bronchoconstriction that ur talking about, ya it could be inherited, environmental and immunological. Asthma is a good example.

10. QUESTION:
    What is the relationship between exercise and inflammation in the body?
    What is the relationship between exercise and inflammation (the inflammatory response to antigens or tissue damage; and inflammatory states or processes in general) in the body?

    • ANSWER:
      Many scientists have expressed concern that hard exercise damages muscles, so it may turn on inflammation and harm you. However, a study from Verona, Italy shows that hard exercise does not cause inflammation. Inflammation is a healthy process that comes to the body’s aid when it’s injured.
      Delayed onset muscle soreness is thought to be a result of microscopic tearing of the muscle fibers. Muscles soreness stems from small tears in the muscle fibers that are aggravated by post-exercise muscle cell inflammation.

      When tissue cells become injured they release a number of chemicals that initiate the inflammatory response. Examples of these are kinins, prostroglandins and histamine. These chemicals work collectively to cause increased vasodilation (widening of blood capillaries) and permeability of the capillaries. This leads to increased blood flow to the injured site. These substances also act as chemical messengers that attract some of the body’s natural defense cells- a mechanism known as chemotaxis.

      Although highly beneficial to the body’s defense strategies some chemicals also increase the sensitivity of the pain fibres in the area and so the area becomes painful.

      Chemotaxis leads to the migration of certain white blood cells (leukocytes) to the damaged area. Two types of leukocyte are predominantly in the inflammatory response- macrophages and neutrophils. Neutrophils are first to the injured site and function by neutralizing harmful bacteria. Macrophages aid the healing process by engulfing bacteria and dead cells and ingesting them so that the area is clear for new cells to grow. They arrive at the injured site within 72 hours of the injury and may remain in the area for weeks after the injury.

11. QUESTION:
    What kind of medicine is there for inflammation in the stomach?
    I was wondering if there was an over-the-counter medicine for this. If there is an over-the-counter medicine for inflammation not in the stomach only, that would be okay also. Thank you!

    • ANSWER:
      Digestive enzyme supplements. Proteases (enzymes that digest proteins) help reduce inflammation, clean out debris and infection, and stimulate healing. The link has more information ….

      http://www.enzymestuff.com/conditiondigestive.htm#3

12. QUESTION:
    How high do sedimentation rates go in someone with lots of inflammation?
    It looks like anything under 20 or so is normal. But how high is a fairly high number in someone with active inflammation? In something like Lupus, what is an average value if there’s something going on? How high is *high*, what’s the highest you’ve heard of them going?

    • ANSWER:
      There is a maximimum value for sed rates(ESR for short) that is dependent on the technique/instrumentation used to measure it. Generally it is around 140mm/hr. I’m afraid that there is no real good answer to what is high in someone with active inflammation. The upper limit of normal is about 20 for men and a little higher for women(around 30) but it also increases with age. It is difficult to answer how high is high with active inflammation. Some have described an “extremely high” range as >100 which is thought to be seen primarily in infection, malignancy, renal disease, and inflammatory disorders(like lupus). However, this does not mean that having that high of an ESR means you have to have one of these conditions nor does having a lower value exclude these conditions. For an illness such as lupus it is most helpful to determine what your baseline values are when you are not having flare ups and when you are. This helps your physician use this test as a gage to try and determine the progress of your illness, diagnosis of flare ups, and effectiveness of treatment particularly during flare ups. In other words: it’s importance is to find your “normal” to follow over time as it can be very different from someone else’s because of the high variability in severity and in which organs/tissues are affected in those with lupus.

      A little about the test itself. It is measured in mm/hr because it is essentially the rate at which the red cells settle out of suspension due to gravity in a well mixed slightly diluted sample of blood. So the test is limited by the height of the column used to measure it. Generally, the test has not been shown to provide very useful information at values higher then the 100-140 range enough to lengthen the columns used to measure it past that point. You might try going to the link below to get some more basic info about this test. You will notice the lack of specific values – because there just isn’t a given value that we can say “an elevation of this much means this is what is specifically happening to you” without putting it together with the rest of your symptoms and tests. Hope this helps.

      P.S. I perform this test regularly(but don’t usually know each individuals exact diagnosis while performing it) and don’t often see values greater then 110.

13. QUESTION:
    Are there any good long term diet changes that I could make that would reduce inflammation?
    I eat everything in moderation as it is, so don’t give me that advice. I already follow a diabetic diet because its the only one I’ve found that has good guidelines of what foods go together and are low in fat and sugar. Now it appears that I might need to find some that are lower in sodium? I also need to find some that are know to actually reduce inflammation. I tried the Schwarzbein diet, but I couldn’t stay on that forever!

    • ANSWER:
      I started something new that focuses on one of the main chemicals that causes inflammation, called prostaglandins. These are known as “local hormones” that get made in various parts of the body, and start acting where they were made (instead of more active hormones that are released in the bloodstream and go everywhere). They are formed by ingesting various types of fats, and their purpose is related to what kind of fat they were made from. Some prostaglandins stimulate inflammation (these are what inspired COX2 inhibitors/antiarthritis drugs; they prevent formation of prostaglandins) while others signal the need for reduced inflammation. The process of forming proinflammatory/anti-inflammatory prostaglandins seems to be competitive between the presence of Omega-3 or Omega-6 fatty acids. Omega-6 are found in most vegetable oil (corn, soy, safflower, sunflower, etc) and are converted to pro-inflammatory prostaglandins… while Omega-3 fatty acids are abundant in fish, flax seed oil, etc. The ratio of more Omega-3 to less Omega-6 seems to be the most important in controlling which type of prostaglandin is produced. Good luck!

14. QUESTION:
    I have knee arthritis. What medicine works best to relieve pain and inflammation?
    Important!! I am allergic to aspirin type pain killers so I cant have it.
    Is there any natural remedy to reduse the inflammation?

    • ANSWER:
      I’m assuming you have osteoarthritis? If you have some sort of autoimmune inflammatory arthritis you need to see a rheumatologist. There are medications called DMARDs given to people with this sort of arthritis.

      Are you allergic to all NSAIDs? If not, you could try Aleve or Advil. They are effective in reducing pain and inflammation.

      You could try a topical NSAIDs cream or gel or applying ice or heat to the knees.

      There are also anti-inflammatory diets, you may want to look into it. Some people swear by it.

      You might also find relief from a corticosteroid injection into the joint or having it aspirated.

      Good luck!

      ….

15. QUESTION:
    A friend of mine is experiencing some inflammation and achy feet?
    Her feet ache so often. Not because of shoes. Epsom soaking helps. Her lower left leg is always swollen and I have chronic inflammation. Female, 45. What could this be from ?

    • ANSWER:
      webmd.com ?

16. QUESTION:
    If you are allergic to Aspirin, What inflammation drugs can you take that are not in the Aspirin family?
    What drugs over the counter or prescription, can you take for inflammation that is safe to take if you are allergic to Aspirin..and nothing that is in the related family of Aspirin products..
    motrin and advil are in the aspirin family.
    tylenol is only for pain , thier is nothing in it for the inflamation. Any prescription drugs that anyone knows of without containg anything related to aspirin but is for inflamation?

    • ANSWER:
      Ibuprofen,

17. QUESTION:
    Would bursitis show up as inflammation in my blood work?
    I’ve had some hip issues on and off after an injury years ago. Usually the pain only when I performed “rigorous activity” (when I attempt to run on a treadmill or ride a bike after not exercising for months) and it was pretty temporary – it would only hurt during the activity and on and off for a few days afterward. My hips (bursitis) started “acting up” more frequently so I went to the doctor and was told I have hypermobility in many of my joints, including my hips which. He said this causes me to be more easily injured due to overextension (and weak surrounding muscles). He also ran some blood work to check for inflammation (just in case I had arthritis) and it came out clean – no sign of inflammation. What I forgot to ask is if this means that I don’t really have bursitis after all, but just some pain caused from overworking the joints. If I had bursitis, would this have shown up as inflammation in my blood work?

    • ANSWER:
      Yes. Bursitis would cause inflammation and would therefore show up in your bloodwork.

18. QUESTION:
    What do you mean by “reactive changes associated with inflammation”? Can this be cure?
    I just got my pap smear result and the descriptive diagnosis is the ff:
    > Bacterial infection
    > Reactive changes associated with inflammation

    Can you explain this to me?
    Thanks!

    • ANSWER:

19. QUESTION:
    Inflammation Question – what cells remove dead cells and what is this process called?
    An important part of the inflammation process is the removal of dead cells and cellular debris. This is important so that ___________repair can take place and is achieved by cells known as ______________.

    • ANSWER:
      scavenger cells ( Macrophages) remove dead cells
      process is known as exfoliation

      This is important so that _cell_repair can take place and is achieved by cells known as _Scavenger cells or macrophages_.

20. QUESTION:
    What could be causing this inflammation?
    A few days ago, I realized that there was some slight inflammation and irritation on the gums on the roof of my mouth, lined up perfectly from my 6 year molar that stretched for about two teeth, headed towards the front of my mouth. Well, the irritation and inflammation increased, and now it has stretched almost to my front teeth, It is painful and swollen. I am wondering if I just irritated it or if there is an underlying cause.

    • ANSWER:

21. QUESTION:
    Inflammation from stiches how to get rid of it?
    I had stiches on my brow and now I have inflammation around the stiches. It has been about a month now but the inflammation is still there. What can I do to bring the inflammation down? Or will it stay like that?

    • ANSWER:

22. QUESTION:
    What could be the cause/s of recurrence of sinus inflammation?
    I have been having sinus inflammation for three consecutive months now. First history in October, then November and now. You know the scary part! am having bloody mucus coming out of my nose. I used Reactine in Oct, i was on antibiotics in November and now am on Reactine again. I really want to know what the cause is. And beside am i on the right treatment for this ( Sinus inflammation).

    • ANSWER:
      My husband uses this to keep from getting bronchitis when he gets a sinus infection, and I use it to cure sinus infections. THere are many kinds of bacteria that live in the sinuses, and this gets rid of all the bad ones!.This is the only thing that really helped me — my Dr. told me about a sinus wash that will kill bacteria.
      you need

      distilled water
      sea salt
      liquid chlorophyll and colloidal silver from the health food store.
      in a glass mix 1/4 cup water with a pinch of salt and heat to body temperature.
      add 5 drops each silver and chlorophyll and mix.
      using a large dropper (like one used for infant medication) drop 2 full droppersfull into one side of the nose while laying down.
      Turn the head and let it drain out the other nostril. Be sure to have paper towels handy. or just use a neti pot, I like this better.
      The silver kills the bacteria and there are several hundred kind that can live in the sinus cavities and anti biotics don’t get rid of them all.
      Do this twice a day for a week, mixing up the mixture fresh each time.
      Then do it once a week for maintenance.
      There is nothing in this that will hurt you, and it cured me.
      I do not have to take claritin, or antibiotics anymore.
      best wishes

23. QUESTION:
    What causes inflammation of the pancreas?
    My friend is only about 28 years old and he said he has an inflamed pancreas. What is the root cause? Hereditary? Too much drinking?

    • ANSWER:
      I believe it might be because of his drinking habits. First of all, alcohol is not recommended for any people at all as it causes liver damage and other bad things. Also, since he is 19, he would be very vulnerable to heavy drinking or so called ‘binge drinking’. Just make sure your friend doesn’t have to much alcohol and limit him as a friend would do. The best thing however, would be for him to quit for life as it is a waste of money and causes health problems. Just think of it. Your friend is buying himself a disease or possibly death or a life of endless drugs,alcohol and violence. Take care.

24. QUESTION:
    My mom’s been having heart palpitations and doctor said it’s inflammation but what causes this? Is it serous?
    My mom lives in NJ and I live in HI. She has been planning to come visit me in a few weeks but wants to maybe cancel because she’s been having heart palpitations. When she went to the ER the blood work said she had inflammation but the doctor wouldn’t explain anything to her. I know what inflammation means but what would cause this and is it serious? Should she cancel What does this mean?

    • ANSWER:
      My mom takes Nitroglygerin tablets they are an RX for chest pain. Your mom needs to see her Dr and have more tests done. She could have an infection in the heart lining or could have a clogged artery that leads to a heart attack. Your mom needs to see her Dr and have more testing done like an EKG and a stress test and a CT scan. You should probably go see her if possible or put the plans on hold for a bit. Mom’s health comes first.

25. QUESTION:
    What are the symptoms of inflammation around the heart after stents?
    Is fever one of them?

    • ANSWER:
      Hi, there
      The symptoms of inflammation around the inserted site (e.g. groin) after stents?
      It might appear redness (erythema), swelling, warm, soreness (feeling).

      Cheers!

26. QUESTION:
    What are the different variables for inflammation that are looked for in lab work?
    I have rheumatoid arthritis and I get lab work every three months, but I never really have ever known what it is they are looking at when they check my lab work. A friend of mine says there are three different things they look at. What are they, and what are the normal ranges.

    • ANSWER:
      It really depends what your doctor orders.

      The usual tests for inflammatory are ESR and CRP.

      They both tests for inflammation in the blood, so it may not pick up inflammation in the joints.

      The ESR (or Sed Rate) test is an older test to measure inflammation. It’s slower, in a sense that it can take a month for your tests to change based on inflammation in the body.

      The CRP is a newer test. It is a lot quicker and can detect inflammation in 6 hours.

      Your doctor might also test your Complete Blood Count.

      This website has heaps of information about blood tests for different conditions and what they mean- http://www.labtestsonline.org/understanding/conditions/rheumatoid-2.html

      I like to keep a copy of my lab results, and I recommend you do the same. In the past my doctor has ignored things that are elevated while telling me it was normal. It’s also interesting for you to compare them. If you need to get a second opinion or see a different doctor for some reason you have a history of your lab results. They’re usually really easy to interpret. You’ll have a number, for example 80, which is your reading, then in brackets they’ll have what’s considered a normal range i.e. (0-20). So it’ll look like 80 (0-20) and you’ll know that you’re test is really high.

      Normal ranges depends on what the lab you had them tested say. They all have their own scale. You’ll need to ask the doctor.

      Good luck, I’m sorry you’re stuck with this terrible disease.

      …..

27. QUESTION:
    How to reduce joint inflammation?
    Over the last 9 months, I’ve had symptoms of ulcerative colitis, severe at times.

    I also, think that because of ulcerative colitis, I’m having some form of joints inflammation or whatever it is, that uc causes…

    During the time I’m having moderate or severe uc symptoms, I also feel I have arthritis like symptoms in my hip joints and my fingers. Sometimes I feel like I’m 60 y/o although I’m in my early 30′s.

    What the heck is this? Damn.

    • ANSWER:
      I dont know what is it as i am not a doctor but i know Celebrex is great for this. (i have been taking it myself)

28. QUESTION:
    What is the best medicine to relieve sinus inflammation and congestion?
    I have terrible sinus pain and congestion and don’t know what the right combination of meds would work best. Should I take a decongestant with an expectorant???
    Is it safe to take a pain reliever along with the Mucinex D?

    • ANSWER:
      You may have a sinus infection, if you do, you need to go to the doctor and get antibiotics.

      Otherwise, I would say yes, take a Decongestant with an expectorant. Mucinex is the best one I know of.

29. QUESTION:
    What is the best way to control minor leg inflammation?
    I’m about a 15-20 mile per week runner – I try to include one 8-10 mile run on weekends with the hopes of training for a marathon in the fall. I have some minor shin and knee pain that seems to go away after running three miles or so. Is there any good treatment other than loading up on aleve or advil 30 minutes prior to the run?

    • ANSWER:
      I know this is going to sound crazy but put a strip of duct tape on the top and bottom of your shins.

      I know guys in the military that used to get shin splints really bad and the tape would help a great deal.

      Im not being a smart azz, Im serious!

      Drink plenty of pure 100% black cherry or blueberry juice to help with the inflammation. Berries have a natrual ingrediant that helps the body control inflammation.

30. QUESTION:
    What are some otc body products that reduce redness and inflammation?
    I have Eczema around my knees and elbows, Keratosis Pilaris on my arms and legs, and Psoriasis on my scalp. My skin is soooo red, what could help me?

    My dermatologist gave me a steroid ointment, but it doesn’t work very well and it’s not healthy, so I’m looking for an alternative.

    Any help is appreciated!

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31. QUESTION:
    What are alternatives to surgery if you have gallstones and inflammation?
    I really want to avoid surgery, but I don’t even know if that is an option. it is pretty severe. Sometimes, the pain gets so bad, I cry.

    • ANSWER:
      Actually, there’s really nothing much to the surgery. I had a lapascopy(not sure of spelling) it’s where they use a camera.All they did,was to cut 4 tiny incisions which are not noticable at all unless I point them out. If you opt for the surgery, it’s usually just an overnight stay and you’re good to go home the next morning unless there are unforseen complications like in my case. Don’t mean to scare you but I had unforseen complications but this is very very rare. It was only because I was already in such grave(no pun intended)condition. I thought I was just suffering from real bad heartburn so by the time I took my self to the emergency room, my gallbaldder was about to burst, so I was rushed into surgery and the doctor doing it didn’t get the whole infection out or something. But you should have nothing to worry about. I was a rare case. Everyone else I seen in the hospital during my stay went home the next day just feeling fine and dandy. Good luck in whatever you decide. I would opt for the surgery now before your condition worsens like mine did.

32. QUESTION:
    What is a good natural inflammation reducer?
    I just recently has a bunion removal surgery on my foot and I’m taking some prescribed ibuprofen as a anti-inflammatory, but it doesn’t seem to work all that well. Is there something natural i can take alongside it to help it?

    • ANSWER:
      There are a number of anti-inflammatory nutrients out there that would work differently than Ibuprofen… but they wouldn’t necessarily be stronger. In fact, drugs prevent the inflammation (a natural and healthy healing response) while supplements would just help the blood flow better and/or help the healing more… I could list a few, but any of them might not be enough to help what you’re looking for.

      My best recommendation would be to discuss other options with your doctor or at least a doctor that knows about nutrition. Good luck and I hope I helped!

33. QUESTION:
    What is this spot and inflammation on my tongue?
    I have an inflamed spot or perhaps lesion on the underside of my tongue, which is at times white and at times flush/red. I don’t know what it is and don’t have medical insurance/money to see a doctor. Does anyone with a medical background know what it might be?

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34. QUESTION:
    What is this skin itch and inflammation?
    Areas in of my skin would be so itchy and when I scratch it, it becomes like a bump like a very big, wide mosquito bite.
    Very itchy and inflamed.
    I researched eczema but I learned that eczema is dry. My skin is not dry and the bumps aren’t dry.
    Sometimes they disappear completely and show up somewhere else.
    Mostly on my legs and arms.

    Its very irritating and looks scary. Like indented maps on my skin
    What is it?

    • ANSWER:
      The lumps sound like heat lumps, i got 2 on my left arm and they are red, when i itch them they get will irritating.

      My advice is to not itch it has god knows what could happen.

35. QUESTION:
    What is the difference between allergy, inflammation, and infection?
    And what effect would those differences have on the actions of a consumer?

    • ANSWER:
      An allergy is a histamine reaction to a substance, usually a protein. This reaction can (usually) include inflammation. Inflammation is the reddening of an area of the body, usually accompanied by swelling, caused by increased blood flow to the area. Inflammation is part of the body’s healing and defense mechanism.
      An infection is the response to an infectious organism. This organism is causing a disease. It can be localized (such as a boil) or systemic. Most “infections” are caused by bacteria. Some infections can be accompanied by inflammation.

      What this has to do with being a consumer, I am not sure, unless you are talking about OTC products and what should you get, or about what sort of medical treatment or professional you should seek.

      If you have an allergy, you would take an anti-histamine, either OTC or by prescription.
      If you have an infection, and it is caused by a bacteria, you would take an antibiotic. If it is caused by a fungus, you would need an antifungal compound or drug. If it is caused by a virus, there is little medicine can do for you. If it is serious, an immune boosting substance can be prescribed. There are some Traditional Chinese medicines that show strong anti-viral properties.

      If you have an inflammation, you could take an anti-inflammatory drug or substance. However, unless you know the cause of the inflammation, you should seek out professional diagnosis, so you don’t mask something that could be serious. If you banged your arm and there is a small bruise, a topical anti-inflammatory could be used, if you suspect injury to the bone, see a doctor before you take anything.

36. QUESTION:
    I have an inflammation during and after sex what causes it?
    I ve been with my boyfriend for 4 months now very committed and love eachother.I have discovered of late that i get inflammed sometimes during and after sex session. Iam always well lubricated infact iam always wet just him touching me is enough to get me wet. But after an Orgasm he tries to have sex my Vagina at this point is too tight but eventually gets thru. Even though iam always wet i still do get inflammed and we’ve resoted to wait for 2-3 days for the inflammation to cool down what is wrong with me. the last 3months have been okay and infact then we used to have it like mad now we’ve slowed down and gettiing it just once a day i get inflammed ? No pain while passing urine just in case i need to be very clear.

    • ANSWER:
      Sounds like an infection. Go to a doctor, you may have set on the wrong toilet on the wrong day :/ and picked something up. Or perhaps its just a small yeast infection but your allergic. Go get tested, its not natural for you to be so inflamed for so long, YOU DON’T WANT ANY SCARRING TO SET IN!

37. QUESTION:
    what causes inflammation, high protein in urine and elevated liver?
    Went to doctor and had blood urine test and this is what the nurse said. I also have lupus so I was wondering if this could just be because of that.

    • ANSWER:
      This is a direct result of your Lupus. Three of the major symptoms of SLE are what you have placed in your question. Protein in the urine suggests that your kidney’s are being attacked by the Lupus. Elevated liver enzymes could be because of the medications you’re taking (if you’re on any) and/or as a result of the Lupus attacking the liver as well. Additionally, inflammation is often the chief complaint of people with Lupus, this is why their joints ache.

      Have you been educated about your Lupus? It sounds like you have not as the questions you’re asking are pretty simplistic for someone with a diagnosis. I’m not trying to be uppity but I think you really need to revisit the diagnosis with your doctor and have them explain to you exactly what Lupus is (an auto immune disease) so that you can become informed as to what is going on with your body.

      These new symptoms are major problems indicating that your Lupus is flaring. It is time to get with your doctor and figure out what course of action needs to be taken.

38. QUESTION:
    What is the best treatment for colon inflammation?
    Is it diet ? is it by medicine ? is it by reducing stress? many doctors could mot solve the problem?

    • ANSWER:
      Usually steroids.

39. QUESTION:
    What are some natural means of reducing inflammation?
    I recently hurt my shoulder in a tennis match after hitting a serve. The doctor said to load up on Advil but the improvement I get from the Advil is disproportionate to the drowsiness I experience and the bad temperament that results. My shoulder only hurts when I’m on the court so it seems inappropriate to be taking the Advil off the court too (as the doctor said I should). I appreciate any suggestions for natural solutions!

    • ANSWER:
      Omega 3 fatty acids (fish oil), borage oil (gamma linolenic acid), magnesium, turmeric (curcumin), ginger the digestive enzyme bromelain (found in the stem of pineapple)… you can also try glucosamine and chondroitin.

      If you are looking for another drug option, my mom had great relief from Aleve more than Advil. I don’t take any of that, but she liked how it worked for her.

40. QUESTION:
    What is it about water retention and inflammation?
    I was given a diuretic as a temporary help, until we find out why I’m retaining so much liquid. (So far we do know that my liver levels are elevated, and my kidney is in bad shape.) BUT

    My QUESTION is this: How come losing ten pounds of bloat in one week has given me so much more ENERGY and has raised my MOOD so much? I may be sick, but I’m the happiest and most productive I’ve been in ages. Why?

    • ANSWER:
      It is possible that you also can have a heart condition called:Congestive Heart Failure,don’t get freaked out,it sounds worse than it could be,I have been recently diagnosed with it,and I had an almost 40lb. fluid gain!

41. QUESTION:
    What is inflammation of the cervical spine and brain?
    Also what treamment can be given for this?

    • ANSWER:
      It depends on which part of the brain, if there is infection then antibiotics may be given. Steroids are often used to dampen inflammation of the brain and it’s tissues. It’s hard to say any more without specific information.

42. QUESTION:
    Chronic inflammation of body tissues, is this a disease?
    If a person has chronic inflammation of different parts of their bodies, is this a disease that can be treated? I know arthritis is inflammation of joints, but this is soft tissue, like ears, bowel, organs, throat, etc. Also, if this is a syndrome or disease, what is the treatment? Is it hereditary?

    • ANSWER:
      The immune system can attack just about any part of the body and cause inflammation. Examples of medical ailments that do this besides rheumatoid arthritis are lupus, fibromyalgia, and sarcoidosis. Lupus is one that is capable of affecting a wide array of different tissues. The cause of autoimmune diseases are generally not known. There seems to be at least some genetic pre-disposition for autoimmune disorders, but they are definitely not inherited as a single trait, such as eye color. Since the cause of autoimmune disorders are not known, there is no treatmetn other than symptomatic relief using analgesics, anti inflammatory drugs, or immunosuppressants.

43. QUESTION:
    what is the inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes?
    it ends with an S
    The third letter is an O, the sixth letter is a H, and the last letter is a S.

    • ANSWER:
      bronchitis

44. QUESTION:
    What is the best remedy for nasal swelling/inflammation?
    I ditched nasal sprays and on a friend’s advise tried pineapple which contains Bromelain (an antiflammatory) and was shocked how well it worked. But the pineapple is causing my mouth to bleed because of the acid. Is there anything else that I can try?

    • ANSWER:
      Best option is usually steroid nasal sprays they are both effective, low in side effects and do not cause rebound congestion.

45. QUESTION:
    When is a headache a symptom of meningitis or brain inflammation?
    Or, to what degree of a headache should be tolerated before visiting a doctor?

    • ANSWER:
      In meningitis it is usually a very severe headache associated with fever and neck rigidity.
      In a brain inflammation (what you call encephalitis) it is again a generalised severe headache associated with fever .

      Both conditions may be associated with fits., and loss of
      consciousness.

      In both you may get atypical symptoms.

46. QUESTION:
    What drugs treat schizophrenia caused by inflammation?
    As I understand it, some forms of schizophrenia are caused by brain swelling, and is easily treated by an anti-inflammatory that acts on the brain. What anti-inflammatory drugs best serve this purpose?

    • ANSWER:

47. QUESTION:
    When you have a headache (or inflammation in the head), what is the best way to reduce?
    Is it better to start with cold then to hot? Or hot to cold then back to hot?

    • ANSWER:
      The best way would be to treat the cause and not the symptom.

48. QUESTION:
    What is the best way to reduce inflammation with sinuses taking OTC MEDICATION?
    I probably need prednisone or something but can’t get it at this time. I’m a waitress and really need something good to take before I go into work tonight. I take Zyrtec-D, ibeuprofen, along with my anti-biotic but my sinuses still feel inflammed. I need an answer ASAP. Help!!!

    • ANSWER:
      Ocean Spray, it’s just salt water.

49. QUESTION:
    How is inflammation related to pain?
    Also what causes it and what can be done to fight it?

    • ANSWER:
      Inflammation causes pain as, for instance, a sprain swells. However, the swelling brings extra circulation, oxygen, white blood cells etc to help with the repair process.

      Here is a short list of factors that contribute to inflammatory conditions: unaddressed pain and injuries, toxins in our air, water and food, poor nutritional habits, bacterial or viral infections, allergies, prescription medications, auto-immune diseases, negative mental and emotional stress.

      If you have an inflamed condition, fight it by adopting an anti-inflammatory diet,
      There are also certain natural products that are good to help, getting enough exercise and rest and you can take certain herbs that help.

50. QUESTION:
    What is the best way to soothe a sore throat and reduce lymph gland inflammation?
    I have a sore throat, no appetite, swollen neck (lymph) glands, ear pain and nausea- HELP!

    • ANSWER:
      i am sick with the same exact thing at this very moment!
      for the sore throat take a spone full of sugar and let it slowly desoovle under your tung!
      nausy- i have a trick…..Take a Nap. Taking a nap might rid you of nausea, but if it dosn’t, taking a nap helps you with step two.
      Go Somewhere Quiet. If the nausea didn’t go away, for the alternative method of getting rid of it, you need to be in a surronding where you can focus the most, for example your bedroom.
      Focus on your Mind. As I said in the last article, you need to focus on your mind. Think of nothing for now, clear your mind of distracting thoughts. In this step they can not help you.
      Concentrate on Relaxing Thoughts. Now once you completely ridded your mind of those thoughts, make an image in your head of a quiet, serene scene. Focus only on that, not on your nausea. Have a little mind slideshow of peaceful places.
      Concentrate, again. Yes, you will need to concentrate even more. This time focus ON your nausea and nothing else. Then focus on it fading away (focus on the feeling you had, another time you had nausea and just threw up, that feeling). Just keep feeling it slip away until your body nor mind feels it. Keep in that state for a couple of minutes. After that you should feel, at least, much better.

      also try eating crackers and warm milk witha little bit of chocolate in it(syrup)

      it is helping me so i hope it helps you!