What is a bursa and what can cause it to become inflamed? - Online interview Ver más
Bursitis is a condition where inflammation can cause pain and swelling or reduce mobility in the elbow, knee or other affected joint.
In our latest online interview, revered consultant in rheumatology and general internal medicine Dr Ziad Farah sheds light on why bursitis can occur, its symptoms and the available treatment options, including ways to prevent recurring bouts of the condition.
00:00 Introduction
00:20 What is a bursa and what can cause it to become inflamed?
00:56 What symptoms can bursitis cause?
01:35 How different is bursitis from arthritis?
02:32 How is bursitis commonly treated?
03:53 How many times can bursitis recur? Does it recur in the same area?
04:49 What can patients do at home to prevent recurrent or worsening bursitis?
If you are interested in booking a consultation with Dr Farah, you can do so by visiting his Top Doctors profile: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/ziad-farah
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What exactly is tendonitis? - Online interview Ver más
Tendonitis is the direct result of an injury to a tendon, and while it can be acute, other conditions like inflammatory arthritis can cause it to become chronic. Pain and stiffness are the main symptoms of this condition, leading to reduced mobility, and the cracking sensations people sometimes experience bring extra discomfort.
Here to outline this condition, how it's diagnosed and treatment options for both acute and chronic tendonitis, is leading consultant rheumatologist Dr Ziad Farah.
00:00 What is tendonitis?
00:39 Where in the body does tendonitis typically occur?
01:22 What does tendonitis feel like?
01:52 How is it diagnosed?
02:34 How is tendonitis treated?
04:02 Can tendonitis be prevented?
To learn more about Dr Farah, and to schedule a consultation with him, visit his Top Doctors profile here: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/ziad-farah
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All about gout: FAQs answered by an expert. Ver más
Gout is a type of arthritis that appears when there is a build-up of uric acid in the blood which causes joint swelling.
In this online interview, leading consultant rheumatologist Dr Ziad Farah clearly explains what gout is, who is at risk and what the signs are. The London-based consultant also clarifies why gout is more likely to strike during the night and other common questions.
0:00 What is gout?
0:23 Who is at risk of gout?
0:54 Why does it occur?
1:51 What are the signs/ symptoms of gout?
2:46 Why does gout cause more pain at night?
3:29 What else triggers gout attacks?
4:26 Can gout be cured?
5:30 How can you measure the amount of uric acid in your blood?
If you are concerned that you might be suffering from gout, or any other rheumatic disease, you can book a consultation with Dr Farah by visiting his Top Doctors profile: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/z...
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