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Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy/Complex Regional Pain Syndrome 1&2 (RSD/CRPS 1&2) & The 3 Stages/Phases Of RSD/CRPS 1&2 - Chat:

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I know I run this forum & Have done since 2007,

But I don't have all the answers on RSD/CRPS 1&2 & The 3 Stages/Phases,

Or know where to find them all.

But does anyone else with RSD/CRPS 1 or 2 With The 3 Stages/Phases, Have An Over Argue to stratch/itchy the effected limb/body part of RSD/CRPS?.

I have tried looking for an overwhelming argue to itching/stratching the effected limb/body of the rsd/crps area, At: crps1and2rsd1and2.multiply.com/journal/item/1 & wristinstability.multiply.com/journal/item/16 & wristinstability.multiply.com/journal/item/44

But I can not find any sources/clear answers.

If I itchy/stratch any other body part that needs itchying/stratching & Isn't effected by rsd/crps, It don't go red/purple, or make My skin peel, Nor does that needed itchy/stratch make Me go nuts

Does Your RSD/CRPS effected limb/s &/Or Body Parts feel & need very bad itchying/stratching?.

I've never thought to even link the to or ask weather they are or were linked, Until today.

I know some people on Ablehere.Com have had RSD/CRPS longer than 8 years & A much longer RSD/CRPS diagnose of 5/6 years,

So I could do with some help & advice.

Could the itchying/stratching badly only with the effected RSD/CRPS Limb, Just be coincidence or another underlying problem?.

If it was do with My lack of washing/bathing My body & hands, It would surely effect all My body or other body parts, Other than My Left Hand/Wrist,Arm, Which Is Effected By RSD/CRPS.

Advice & Help would be helpful

I feel like I have fleas in My Left Hand/Wrist, Arm, Or Maybe that's what a burning senstation &amp; pain makes My itchies feel like <br><br>Post edited by: Scott_1984, at: 2010/05/14 07:41

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy/Complex Regional Pain Syndrome 1&amp;2 (RSD/CRPS 1&amp;2) &amp; The 3 Stages/Phases Of RSD/CRPS 1&amp;2 - Chat:

Hey Scott, don't those in phase III count! Who knows, maybe I've learned something along the way too.....<br><br>Post edited by: Scott_1984, at: 2010/05/14 07:41

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy/Complex Regional Pain Syndrome 1&amp;2 (RSD/CRPS 1&amp;2) &amp; The 3 Stages/Phases Of RSD/CRPS 1&amp;2 - Chat:

Everyone counts &amp; We'd welcome Your opinions/views &amp; Own Exprinces.

I understand there only 2 types of RSD/CRPS &amp; They come in 3 different Stages/Phases.

There's Non-Nerve-Injury RSD/CRPS &amp; Nerve-Injury RSD/CRPS, Which Both Have 3 Stages/Phases.

All Though I Am Not A Specialist, But This Is My Understanding.

CRPS Type 1 - Also Know As: Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy, Where The Pain Is Not Associated With An Identifiable Nerver Injury

CRPS Type 2 Also Know As Causalgia Where The Pain Can Be Traced To A Nerver Injury

&amp;

Three Stages/Phases.

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Post edited by: Scott_1984, at: 2010/05/14 07:43

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy/Complex Regional Pain Syndrome 1&amp;2 (RSD/CRPS 1&amp;2) &amp; The 3 Stages/Phases Of RSD/CRPS 1&amp;2 - Chat:

BobinmidMO wrote:

Hey Scott, don't those in phase III count! Who knows, maybe I've learned something along the way too.....

Hi Bob,

I hope You know that Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy\Complex Regional Pain Syndrome 1&amp;2 (RSD/CRPS 1&amp;2) Is Refering To The Only 2 Types Of RSD/CRPS &amp; Not The 1 - 3 Stages/Phases Of RSD/CRPS 1&amp;2 Can Go Through, Right?.

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Post edited by: Scott_1984, at: 2010/05/14 08:26

BobinmidMO wrote:

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy/Complex Regional Pain Syndrome 1&amp;2 (RSD/CRPS 1&amp;2) &amp; The 3 Stages/Phases Of RSD/CRPS 1&amp;2 - Chat:

Hey Scott, don't those in phase III count! Who knows, maybe I've learned something along the way too.....&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Post edited by: Scott_1984, at: 2010/05/14 07:41

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy/Complex Regional Pain Syndrome 1&amp;2 (RSD/CRPS 1&amp;2) &amp; The 3 Stages/Phases Of RSD/CRPS 1&amp;2 - Chat: www.ablehere.com/component/option,com_jo...ew/id,1330/catid,47/

Everyone counts &amp; We'd welcome Your opinions/views &amp; Own Exprinces.

I understand there only 2 types of RSD/CRPS &amp; They come in 3 different Stages/Phases.

There's Non-Nerve-Injury RSD/CRPS &amp; Nerve-Injury RSD/CRPS, Which Both Have 3 Stages/Phases.

All Though I Am Not A Specialist, But This Is My Understanding.

CRPS Type 1 - Also Know As: Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy, Where The Pain Is Not Associated With An Identifiable Nerver Injury

CRPS Type 2 Also Know As Causalgia Where The Pain Can Be Traced To A Nerver Injury

&amp;

Three Stages/Phases.

crps1and2rsd1and2.multiply.com/journal/item/1

&amp;

Hi Bob,

I hope You know that Reflex Sympathetic DystrophyComplex Regional Pain Syndrome 1&amp;2 (RSD/CRPS 1&amp;2) Is Refering To The Only 2 Types Of RSD/CRPS &amp; Not The 1 - 3 Stages/Phases Of RSD/CRPS 1&amp;2 Can Go Through, Right?.

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Information Below, As Been Copied &amp; Pasted From: www.medifocus.com & www.medifocus.com/mda/index.php?gid=NR015&?a=a & Made In Tiny Earl To @ tinyurl.com/32f33uo

Some experts believe that there are three stages of reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD) that
represent different clinical stages of the disease process. The progression of these stages has not,
however, been validated by clinical studies.

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The three stages are as follows: www.medifocus.com & www.medifocus.com/mda/index.php?gid=NR015&?a=a & Made In Tiny Earl To @ tinyurl.com/32f33uo

• Stage I usually lasts from one to three months after onset and is characterized by:
• pain - the pain is severe, burning or throbbing and is localized to the limb
• edema - swelling that is usually localized to the affected limb and may have a well
demarcated edge
• skin changes - skin in the area becomes bluish in color and becomes cold and sweaty.
• skin begins to atrophy and becomes shiny.
• increased sweating (hyperhydrosis)
• rapid hair growth
• joint stiffness
• muscle spasm
• early evidence of osteoporosis (thin, weak bone more susceptible to fracture)

• Stage II lasts 3-6 months and is characterized by:
• intensifying pain
• swelling
• weak muscle tone
• hair may become coarse and may be followed by hair loss
• nails may grow faster or slower and may become brittle, spotty, or grooved
• joint stiffness worsens with further reduced range of motion
• softened bones

• Stage III is characterized by:
• unremitting pain and sensory disturbance
• pain may involve the entire limb
• marked muscle atrophy
• severely limited mobility
• significant increase of motor and trophic changes
• irreversible changes of skin and bone
• loss of function and stiffness of the limb
• marked osteoporosis
• involuntary contraction of muscles and tendons which may make limbs contorted. In
the upper extremity, this may take the form of frozen shoulder or \&quot;claw hand\&quot;<br><br>Post edited by: Scott_1984, at: 2010/05/14 08:57

BobinmidMO wrote:

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy/Complex Regional Pain Syndrome 1&amp;2 (RSD/CRPS 1&amp;2) &amp; The 3 Stages/Phases Of RSD/CRPS 1&amp;2 - Chat:

Hey Scott, don't those in phase III count! Who knows, maybe I've learned something along the way too.....&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Post edited by: Scott_1984, at: 2010/05/14 07:41

www.nhs.uk/conditions/complex-regional-p...es/Introduction.aspx & crps1and2rsd1and2.multiply.com/journal/item/6 & wristinstability.multiply.com/journal/item/108

CRPS is usually triggered by a previous injury or trauma (damage to the body's tissue). There are two types of CRPS which have different causes

*type one CRPS is triggered by an apparently trivial injury, where no nerve damage has occurred, such as a
sprained or fractured ankle

*type two CRPS is triggered by a more serious injury, where nerve damage has occurred, such as a broken
bone, an operation, or a serious infection

About 90% of all cases of CRPS are type one.

Stages of CRPS

The symptoms of CRPS usually progress in three distinct stages. However, not everyone will experience all of possible symptoms, or progress through all three stages. The three stages of CRPS are outlined below.

Stage one:

The first stage of CRPS usually lasts one to three months, and is characterised by an intense, burning pain in one of your limbs.

You may experience:
*muscle spasms - when your muscles contract tightly and painfully
*joint stiffness
*rapid growth of hair and nails

*The blood vessels in your limb will also be affected, causing a change in skin colour and temperature.

Stage two:

The second stage of CRPS usually lasts three to six months. During this stage, the pain in your affected limb may intensify, and the changes in skin colour and texture may become more pronounced. Symptoms of swelling and stiffness become more severe, and the muscle tone in your affected limb will begin to weaken.

Stage three:

The third stage of CRPS is the last stage of the condition. At this point, any changes to your affected limb are likely to be irreversible. These may include:

*significant loss of muscle tone in the affected limb

*the bones of the limb may have become contorted (bent out of shape)

*the joints in the affected may be stiff

*you will probably find it very difficult to use or move your limb

Fortunately, with prompt and effective treatment, it is possible to stop the progression of CRPS to its final stage,preventing irreversible damage from occurring.

Even though complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) has been a recognised medical condition for over 150
years, its exact cause is still unclear. The condition is usually triggered by an injury or trauma (damage to the
body’s tissues).

For example:

*a tissue injury with no nerve damage, such as a sprained ankle, can lead to type one CRPS (triggered
by a minor injury)

*a peripheral nerve injury (when a nerve in one of your limbs is damaged), such as a broken bone, can
lead to type two CRPS (triggered by a more serious injury)

However, why CRPS develops as a result of these injuries is still unknown. However, due to the complex nature of the symptoms of CRPS, most experts believe that it is unlikely that the condition has a single cause, and that it is more likely that the condition is caused by a combination of related factors.

Some experts believe that it may be a mistake to regard CRPS as a single medical condition, as there could be a number of different conditions that all cause the same symptoms. Some of the theories that have been suggested as possible causes of CRPS are described below. (See WebLink: www.nhs.uk/conditions/complex-regional-p...es/Introduction.aspx )