Arthritis is inflammation or degeneration of one or more joints, while osteoarthritis occurs when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of bones wears down over time, according to the Mayo Clinic, a nonprofit organization dedicated to clinical practice, education and research.
In addition, he explained that some of the most common signs and symptoms of the conditions are:
- Pain.
- Rigidity.
- Swelling.
Therefore, to diagnose diseases, the entity indicated that the following procedures are included:
- X-rays. X-rays, which use low levels of radiation to visualize bone, can show cartilage loss, bone damage, and bone spurs. X-rays cannot reveal early arthritic damage, but are often used to follow the course of the disease.
- Computed tomography. CT scanners take x-rays from many different angles and combine the information to create cross-sectional views of internal structures. CT scans can visualize the bone and surrounding soft tissues.
- Magnetic resonance imaging. MRI, which combines radio waves with a strong magnetic field, can produce more detailed cross-sectional images of soft tissues such as cartilage, tendons, and ligaments.
- Ultrasound. This technology uses high-frequency sound waves to obtain images of soft tissues, cartilage, and fluid-containing structures near joints (bursae). Ultrasound is also used to guide the placement of needles to remove joint fluid or inject medications into the joint.
Thus, the Body Mind portal revealed that chamomile is ideal for treating diseases, since “it contains several phenolic compounds, such as apigenin, quercetin, patuletin, luteolin and glycosides with the ability to reduce cytokines and PGE2, that play a role in the pathogenesis of arthritis.
In addition, he added that the consumption of six grams daily is associated “with a reduction in tender joints and erythrocyte sedimentation rate (a marker of inflammation).”
Another of its characteristics is that it is vasodilator, which means that it produces relaxation of blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more easily.
However, Medline Plus, the National Library of Medicine of the United States, explained on its website that the appropriate dose of Roman chamomile depends on many factors such as the person’s age, health status and various other conditions.
“At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for the use of Roman chamomile. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe, and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow directions on product labels and check with your pharmacist, doctor, or other health care provider before using,” Medline Plus noted.
For its part, the use of chamomile can cause allergic reactions in some people who are sensitive to the family of plants that includes chamomile. Other members of this family include ragweed, marigolds, daisies and chrysanthemums, according to the Mayo Clinic.
In any case, before using any plant, the first thing to do is consult a health expert so that he or she can guide the process and indicate what is most suitable for each person, since the results of home remedies can vary from person to person and The information given above is in no way a substitute for medical advice.
Other names of chamomile
Anthemis, Anthemis Odorante, Anthemis nobilis, Babuna Ke Phool, Anjou Chamomile, Noble Chamomile, Roman Chamomile, Chamaemelum nobile, Chamomilla, Chamomile, Chamomillae Ramane Flos, English Chamomile, Roman Chamomile Flower, Flores Anthemidis, Garden Chamomile, Grosse Kamille , Ground Apple, Roman Chamomile Essential Oil, Low Chamomile, Manzanilla, Manzanilla Romana, Ormenis nobilis, Roman Chamomile Essential Oil, Romische Kamille, Sweet Chamomile, Whig Plant.