Home  ·  Submit Article  ·  My Account  ·  Advertise  ·  Natural Cures Guide  ·  Popular On Facebook  ·  Rankings  ·  Search  ·  Contact Us

Caplan's syndrome natural cures

Caplan's syndrome Definition

 It is also referred to as Caplan's disease it is a combined disease of rheumatoid arthritis and pneumoconiosis which shows as intrapulmonary nodules that appear homogenous and visible with the use of chest X-ray. Patients suffering from this disease have a scar and swelled lungs and they might have also been exposed to coal dust.

Caplan's syndrome Diagnosis

 Chest radiology - reveals several, round, visible nodules, commonly 0.5-2.0 cm in diameter, that may cavitate and look like tuberculosis. Lung function tests - shows a combined restraining and disruptive ventilatory deficiency with a lung volume loss. Permanent airflow limitation may also happen and decreases gas transfer factor. Rheumatoid factor, antinuclear antibodies and non-organ unambiguous antibodies - may also show on the serum. Asbestosis and silicosis - should be measured in the disparity with TB.

Caplan's syndrome Symptoms and Signs

 The known signs and symptoms of this disease are as follows: coughing and difficulty in breathing. Aside from the mentioned signs and symptoms, patients may also experience pain in the joints and morning stiffness. When a patient undergoes examination it will show that he has an inflamed MCP joints and rheumatoid nodules, chest auscultation may also show diffuse rales that cannot be removed on coughing or just by taking a deep breath.

Caplan's syndrome Causes

 The disease is usually acquired by miners particularly those who are working in anthracite coal-mines, asbestosis, silicosis and other pneumoconiosis. It might also be acquired genetically and it is said that smoking worsens the condition of the patient.

Caplan's syndrome by state
Natural Cure Centers
Natural Cure Centers
On Facebook Fanpages
Natural Cure Centers Near Me
BUSINESS
DISTANCE
Mrs Green's Natural..
Fairfield,CT
Alternative Medicine
0.0 miles
star
Alternative Healing..
Fairfield,CT
Massage & Bodywork
0.0 miles
star
Maggie French LMT
Fairfield,CT
Alternative Medicine
0.0 miles
star
Crandall John Dr
Fairfield,CT
Acupuncture Physicians & Surgeons
0.1 miles
star
Carr Brett M DC
Fairfield,CT
Alternative Medicine
0.1 miles
star
Bogannam Nicholas S..
Fairfield,CT
Alternative Medicine
0.1 miles
star
Hair
Fairfield,CT
Massage & Bodywork
0.2 miles
star
Integrated Health C..
Fairfield,CT
Alternative Medicine
0.4 miles
star
Baker Brian DC
Fairfield,CT
Alternative Medicine
0.4 miles
star
Muthersbaugh Family..
Fairfield,CT
Alternative Medicine
0.4 miles
star
Blog Discussion Categories

Top stories & reviews
    Natural cures for better health and a healthy lifestyle are now available. Alternative medicine, therapies and treatment options are providing some excellent results for many diseases. Use our site to find low cost affordable natural cures available in your local area.
    Home  |  Archives  |  My Account  |  Products Wiki  |  Disclaimer  |  Contact Us  |  Privacy Policy |
    Natural cures for better health are available in your local area.
    Copyright © http://www.naturalcurefor.com