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The article offers several tips from rheumatologist Nathan Wei on how to control arthritis among instrument players like Ed Eastridge which include advance planning for the condition, work with doctors, and comparing notes with other musicians who have similar condition.

The article offers information on tips in eliminating hassles during air-traveling from Nathan Wei of Arthritis Treatment Center and Michael P. Zimring of Mercy Medical Center. It suggests carrying along medications and not storing in checked bags says doctor Zimring. It mentions to reduce deep vein thrombosis (DVT) by using compression socks. Furthermore, doctor Wei also suggests to carry medications requiring refrigeration in a small cooler or a large Ziploc bag with a freezer pack. INSET: SAIL THROUGH SECURITY.

The article focuses on the genetic disorder termed as hemochromatosis, as well as the diagnosing dilemma concerning such condition. It says that such condition causes the body to absorb excessive iron. It mentions the insights of rheumatologist Nathan Wei on the possibility of developing damage to organs, such as pancreas or liver, if the diagnosis is missed. It states that hemochromatosis can be managed by donating blood while osteoarthritis (OA) can be managed by pain relievers.

The article offers information on the food and beverages that promote relaxation. It mentions that the carbonated beverage Simmer contains chamomile and valerian root which can help people sleep and that it is generally safe, but not for pregnant women. It says that the Unwind soda and Lazy Cake brownies both contain a sleep inducing hormone called melatonin. Furthermore, Nathan Wei of Arthritis Treatment Center remarks that melatonin is less risky than other arthritis medications.

The article offers tips from rheumatologist Nathan Wei regarding the association between food and arthritis which includes eliminating of foods that worsen the symptoms, recording of eaten foods and experience, and consulting an allergist.

In answering Arthritis Today's doctor - patient survey, many readers apparently felt that the numbers alone couldn't tell the story. Some added pages upon pages of glowing comments and heartfelt [...]