Rheumatology

Hard to Feel Scleroderma

Each day you care for your skin. No blemish escapes your notice. Now, your skin begins harden­ing or flaking.

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Rheumatology

Developing Osteoarthritis

Aches and pains come with aging. Most doctors expect you to manage a reasonable thresh­old of pain. But there is treat­ment for arthritis.

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Rheumatology

What is Juvenile Arthritis?

Juvenile, or childhood, arthritis is a broad term used to describe the many auto­immune and inflam­matory conditions that can develop in children under 17.

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How Can PAD Be Confused With Diabetes?

Peripheral artery disease falls under the cardio­logy specialty. Diabetes is treated by endocrino­logists and nephro­logists. How can diabetes be confused with PAD?

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Rheumatology

Life With Lupus

This autoimmune system disorder may go undetected for months or years with symptoms ranging from mild to aggressive attacks on skin and internal organs.

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What’s Shaking With Parkinson’s?

The most obvious symptom of Parkinson’s disease is tremors. It is often assumed to be a musculo­skeletal disorder. But patients and caregivers should be alert to neuro­logical changes.

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Could You Be a Good Caregiver?

Patients can become demanding with little motiva­tion for self-sufficiency. Read how a pro­spec­tive caregiver under­estimates the task.

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Step Into Shoes of Chronic Pain Sufferers

Chronic pain sufferers need more endurance. Whether you are a friend, loved one or personal physician, here is an introduction to the world of these heroes that deserve our support.

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Here Are Clues A Patient Has Sjögren’s

When eyes are so dry they hurt and vision is blurred, it’s wise to seek an eye care professional. Patient response to anti­biotics may help diagnose this auto­immune disorder.

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CT and PET Scan vs MRI

MRI can be a figurative black hole into which a patient may be inserted to see what comes out. This often occurs without definitive diagnosis. This article elucidates differences between common imaging technologies.

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Sjögren’s Syndrome: Pain Beyond Tears

Sjögren’s syndrome is often confused with dry eye syndrome. If it was just diminished tears, Sjögren’s syndrome might benefit solely from eye drops. This medical condition affects multiple organs.

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