Treatment for chronic inflammation
The process of healing often includes inflammation. However, when dealing with chronic inflammation it is important that you try to control it to reduce your chance of long-term damage. Here are some of the best options to help manage and treat chronic inflammation:
- Medicines known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs): NSAIDs that are sold over-the-counter, such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil), and naproxen (Aleve), are highly effective at reducing inflammation and discomfort. However, prolonged use is connected to a higher risk of a number of ailments, including kidney disease and peptic ulcer disease.
- Steroids: Corticosteroids [12] are a type of steroid hormone. Corticosteroids help to reduce inflammation and suppress your immune system which is beneficial when the immune system starts attacking healthy tissue. But long-term use of corticosteroids can cause osteoporosis, high blood pressure, and eyesight issues. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and risks of the drug before recommending corticosteroids for you.
- Pain relief: Acetaminophen, such as Tylenol or paracetamol, can relieve pain but does not reduce inflammation. These drugs allow the inflammation to continue its role in healing.
- Supplements: Some substances might aid in reducing inflammation. For example, fish oil, lipoic acid, and curcumin have all been associated with reducing inflammation, though additional research is required, particularly in the case of fish oil, to be certain. Ginger, garlic, and cayenne are a few other spices that may be beneficial for treating inflammatory conditions and chronic inflammation, but more research is required before making any firm conclusions about dosage.
- Change of lifestyle: Losing weight (if your doctor recommends it), increasing physical activity, and dietary adjustments (such a low glycemic diet and reduced saturated fat intake), have all been demonstrated to help lessen inflammation.