Dr. Hossam Mowafi, Professor of Critical Cases at Kasr Al-Ainy College of Medicine, confirmed that joint pain is a common symptom for many people, in addition to headaches.
Ad space
Also read: 6 different types of arthritis.. Here are the treatment methods
Ad space
Muwafi said during his program “My Lord, Increase Me in Knowledge”, broadcast on Sada Al-Balad channel, that arthritis is not the only disease that causes pain in her, but that there are other diseases that have negative effects on her health, such as rheumatic fever.
You may be interested in: Rheumatic Fever – Causes, Symptoms and Prevention Methods
The professor of critical care medicine added that joint pain may be a warning sign of some autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.
You may also be interested in: Signs that tell a rheumatoid patient to quickly go to the doctor
He explained that joint pain in obese patients may be due to their erosion, as a result of the severe pressure they were subjected to, due to the high body mass index.
Also read: Excess weight harms the joints of the body.. Necessary tips
He revealed that the cause of joint pain may differ from one patient to another depending on its location, adding: “If it is in the big toe, then this is an indication of gout.”
You may be interested in: The 3 most popular medications for gout – here are the names and prices
Mowafi concluded his speech by pointing out the importance of visiting a doctor when feeling joint pain, to determine the exact cause of it, warning against taking painkillers to overcome it.
You may also be interested in: When is joint pain psychological?- Hossam Mowafi reveals