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When do I need to see a Rheumatologist?
Are you experiencing pain and discomfort in your joints, muscles, bones, or tendons? You may be suffering from a condition where your body's immune system is causing inflammation. While disorders like these can range from mild to severe, it is always best to get...
Help Find Better Sjögren’s Syndrome Treatment: Participate in a Research Study
NEPTUNUS-2 Sjögren’s Syndrome Study Sjögren’s Syndrome (pronounced show-grins) is a slowly progressing autoimmune disorder in which abnormal proteins in the blood cause the immune system to attack the mucous membranes and moisture-secreting glands in the eyes and...
Changes in the Weather and RA Flare-Ups
Winter weather can be enjoyable, but for people with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), the cold weather may signal inflammation and flare-ups. If you find that your RA symptoms tend to worsen with changes in the weather, you're not alone. We all probably know at least one...
New Year’s Resolutions for Managing Chronic Pain
The start of a new year is a great time to take a look at what’s working well in your life and also at areas you would like to improve. Many people make New Year’s resolutions to help them set goals and make positive changes such as: Eating healthier Exercising more...
What Causes Osteoporosis?
The human body is truly amazing. Every single second of every single day, it is hard at work, undergoing processes that we don’t even realize are happening inside of us. One of these such processes is the absorption and replacement of bone tissues. The body is...
How To Improve The Symptoms Of 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 cure,...
The Connection Between Giant Cell Arteritis and Vision Loss
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...
What Causes 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 have...
How is Osteoporosis Treated?
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...
What Are The Symptoms of 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...
