by Advanced Rheumatology of Houston | Apr 1, 2022 | Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a condition that affects 30 million Americans each year. With this disease, the cartilage between the bones breaks down, causing friction and joint pain. It’s the most common form of arthritis, typically affecting the hands, knees, hips, and spine....
by Advanced Rheumatology of Houston | Mar 24, 2022 | Lupus
What is Lupus? Lupus is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes pain and inflammation throughout the body. The immune system typically fights infections in the body, but lupus causes it to attack healthy tissues instead, which leads to pain and inflammation. While...
by Advanced Rheumatology of Houston | Mar 17, 2022 | Rheumatoid Arthritis
If you are experiencing Rheumatoid Arthritis symptoms, you have an inflammatory form of arthritis that causes joint pain and swelling. Unlike a non-inflammatory disease like osteoarthritis, your lifestyle choices play a more significant role in the severity of...
by Advanced Rheumatology of Houston | Mar 11, 2022 | Psoriatic Arthritis
Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA) is an inflammatory disease that affects the joints and surrounding connective tissues. This disease affects an estimated 30% of people with psoriasis, with most diagnosed between the ages of 30 and 50. Types of Psoriatic Arthritis While being...
by Advanced Rheumatology of Houston | Feb 25, 2022 | Lupus
Known as “the great imitator,” lupus can be confused with other medical conditions. Lupus is a disease where the immune system attacks healthy tissue. It is an inflammatory immune disease that is similar to rheumatoid disease. However, in addition to attacking tissue...
