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Calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate (CPPD) crystal deposition disease, also known as pseudogout and pyrophosphate arthropathy, is a rheumatologic disease which is thought to be secondary to abnormal accumulation of calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate crystals within joint soft tissues. [1] The knee joint is most commonly affected. [2]
English: Microscopy with polarized light of tissue by a metatarsal joint, showing crystals whereof some (one annotated) have rhomboid shape and weak positive nirefringence, consistent with calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate crystal deposition disease (pseudogout).
Gout causes painful swelling, typically only impacting one joint. Its symptoms can come and go. Periods when gout symptoms are more severe are called gout flares or gout attacks.
Crystal arthropathy is a class of joint disorder (called arthropathy) that is characterized by accumulation of tiny crystals in one or more joints. Polarizing microscopy and application of other crystallographic techniques have improved identification of different microcrystals including monosodium urate , calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate ...
A magnesium deficiency may cause chondrocalcinosis, and there is anecdotal evidence that magnesium supplementation may reduce or alleviate symptoms. [7] In some cases, arthritis from injury can cause chondrocalcinosis. [8] Other causes of chondrocalcinosis include: [4] Hypercalcaemia, especially when caused by hyperparathyroidism; Arthritis ...
Gout (/ ɡ aʊ t / GOWT [7]) is a form of inflammatory arthritis characterized by recurrent attacks of pain in a red, tender, hot, and swollen joint, [2] [8] caused by the deposition of needle-like crystals of uric acid known as monosodium urate crystals. [9]
Too much moisture is what causes leafy greens to turn soft and rot. Here are four ways to keep moisture at a minimum: Buy only fresh greens. If you can easily see rotten and slimy pieces, choose ...
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