Are there any other conditions that could be mistaken for rheumatoid arthritis?
My mom was hospitalized in January with pneumonia, upon her stay at the hospital she contracted a staph infection. Within a few weeks of leaving the hospital she began having pain all through her body. About a month later when she finally got into the doctor, they ran some tests and discovered that she has rheumatoid arthritis. It just seems strange that she never had symptoms prior to being at the hospital, and now she's hurting all over every day. I'm afraid that it could've been a misdiagnosis, as she is cared for by the VA and they missed my stepdads non hodgekins lymphoma (which thank god was caught at another hospital, thanks to his persistance ) I'm just curious if there are any other conditions that could have been overlooked, or If there are any treatments herbal remedies or anything she can try. I feel so bad for her cause shes active and can't do things that she wants to do. She also is experiencing anxiety attacks from the stress. Any help would be awesome! Thanks!
When anxiety attacks: What to do about stress and panic
May 21, 2009 by admin
Filed under Depression, Womens Health
If you've ever had a panic attack, the odds are that you'll do just about anything in order to avoid ever having another one. They are debilitating, terrifying events. Usually they only last a little while, but they can last for hours sometimes because they start to fade out, only to recur. However, there are things you can do about them, and there are ways to lower your overall anxiety levels, as well.
Don't get discouraged if you're struggling with anxiety, stress, and panic. Know that there are all sorts of avenues for help out there, which is great news for you and for the people around you, who probably don't understand why you aren't your normal self. You can get back to the way you were, though, with the proper treatment.
Some people can conquer their anxiety on their own, but most people need medication, therapy, or a combination of those things so that they can feel better and resume their lives. With the stress that society is causing today and the way that things are moving forward so quickly, it's no surprise that anxiety has become a problem for a lot of people.
In addition to medications and therapies, though, keep in mind that you can learn some ways to calm yourself. Meditation is a good choice, and there are other options, as well. Stress release is a good thing for almost anyone, and when you're extra-anxious, it can be a vital part of feeling better.
