Arteriosclerosis is a disease that affects the cardiovascular system. It occurs when the blood vessels stiffen and prevent blood and nutrients from circulating to the organs and other body parts. Many people consider it a heart problem, but it can affect the circulatory system in any part of the body. Symptoms of arteriosclerosis include chest pain, leg pain, numbness, poor circulation (cold hands or feet), leg cramps, blurred vision, and high blood pressure. However, these symptoms do not affect many of those suffering from Arteriosclerosis. This is due to the slow progression of the disease. Making changes to one’s lifestyle, such as alterations to diet or exercise, will help delay or even prevent arteriosclerosis. …show more content…
If can affect any joint in the body, but commonly affected areas are joints in the hands, knees, hips, and spine. Common symptoms of this disease include pain, tenderness, stiffness, loss of flexibility, a grating sensation when the join is used, and formation of bone spores around the affected joint. There is no cure for this disease, and it progressively grows worse. However, the progress of the disease can be slowed by staying active and maintain a healthy weight. Medications, such as pain relievers and anti-inflammatory medications may help relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis. A doctor may also suggest physical therapy to help strengthen the muscles around a joint. Occupational therapy helps the patient to complete everyday tasks with minimal use of the affected …show more content…
This disables the communication between the brain and the rest of the body. Eventually, the nerves become so damages that the body is disables. The cause of this disease is unknown. Signs and symptoms of multiple sclerosis include numb or weak limbs, loss of vision, shocking sensations with neck movement, tremors, slurred speech, fatigue, dizziness, and bowel and bladder issues. Many patients with severe forms of the disease lose the ability to walk. Medications and plasma exchange may slow the progression of MS. The symptoms of the disease can be treated by physical therapy, muscle relaxants, and