by Advanced Rheumatology of Houston | Dec 8, 2022 | Polymyalgia Rheumatica
If you’re one of the estimated 700,000 Americans suffering from polymyalgia rheumatica, you know that this debilitating condition can make even simple tasks a real challenge. Polymyalgia rheumatica affects the muscles and causes severe pain. While there is no...
by Advanced Rheumatology of Houston | Nov 28, 2022 | Giant Cell Arteritis
Giant cell arteritis is an inflammation of the lining of medium-to-large arteries. Since this condition most often affects arteries in the head, especially near the temples, it is sometimes called temporal arteritis. Although the cause is unknown, doctors think it...
by Advanced Rheumatology of Houston | Nov 10, 2022 | Sjögren’s Syndrome
Sjögren’s Syndrome is a chronic disease that can affect many parts of the body, but it primarily affects the glands that produce tears and saliva. It is estimated that 1 to 4 million Americans have the condition, but many are unaware of their diagnosis. If you...
by Advanced Rheumatology of Houston | Oct 27, 2022 | Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a condition that causes bones to weaken, making them more prone to break. The good news is that many treatment options are available for those suffering from this condition. This blog post will discuss the different treatment methods available. Who...
by Advanced Rheumatology of Houston | Oct 18, 2022 | Sjögren’s Syndrome
Pronounced as show-grins, Sjögren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disease that is estimated to affect as many as four million Americans. Sjögren’s syndrome can be difficult to diagnose due to the complexity of the disease, but the two most common symptoms that patients...
