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What Causes Unexplained Muscle Atrophy While Having Arthritis?

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Posted on Wed, 28 Dec 2016
Question: Do you lose muscle mass when you have arthritis I have arthritis in my spine and my knees I have lost weight by just cutting back on my food intake how do I build muscle mass? XXXX
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Answered by Dr. Aashish Raghu (25 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Diet, exercise

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXX

Thanks for the query.

Yes, local male atrophy can lead to loss of mass of the muscles around the arthritic joints.

I would suggest you eat dirt rich in eggs, lean meat, chicken, nuts, fresh fruits and green leafy vegetables. Keep well hydrated. Perform weight lifting or bearing exercises as well as cardio exercises according to the safe discretion of an experienced Gym trainer.

These measures so help you to gain weight healthily.

I hope I have answered your query.

I will be available to answer your follow up queries.

Regards,

Dr. Aashish Raghu

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Follow up: Dr. Aashish Raghu (2 days later)
Thank you for the reply. I have another question. Can you take anything. I nternally for fungus toe
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Answered by Dr. Aashish Raghu (4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Fluconazole

Detailed Answer:
Tablet Fluconazole 150mg can be taken for fungal infections. This is a prescription medication.

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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What Causes Unexplained Muscle Atrophy While Having Arthritis?

Brief Answer: Diet, exercise Detailed Answer: Hi XXXX Thanks for the query. Yes, local male atrophy can lead to loss of mass of the muscles around the arthritic joints. I would suggest you eat dirt rich in eggs, lean meat, chicken, nuts, fresh fruits and green leafy vegetables. Keep well hydrated. Perform weight lifting or bearing exercises as well as cardio exercises according to the safe discretion of an experienced Gym trainer. These measures so help you to gain weight healthily. I hope I have answered your query. I will be available to answer your follow up queries. Regards, Dr. Aashish Raghu