There may be much more to learn regarding vaccines for COVID-19. Anyhow, the FDA has approved the use of two of those products, so immunizations have started in the US. So, there may be questions in RA patients’ minds regarding whether those are safe vaccines for them. We will talk about that and more in […]
Inflammation can be both beneficial and harmful to your body. Sometimes inflammation can help your body to defend itself from infections and injury. However, chronic inflammation will lead to several diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and weight gain. The risk of inflammation will be higher if you are suffering from stress and are eating inflammatory foods. […]
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition that usually affects the joints. However, in the case of some patients, the medications used in the treatment of the condition may affect their skin. Let us delve into the details of some of the skin problems that are associated with RA are discussed below. Rheumatoid Nodules Rheumatoid nodules […]
You consult a rheumatologist when you suspect having rheumatology diseases like arthritis. Rheumatology diseases are conditions where the immune system attacks healthy cells and tissues and damages them. Besides, the success of treatment and the progress of these diseases can be significantly slowed down or stopped with early diagnosis. In most cases, you see a […]
Three decades ago, rheumatologists could diagnose rheumatoid arthritis only many years after people first spotted their symptoms. Interestingly, the then doctors regarded the said diagnosis as ‘quick enough’, despite the long gap between the onset of rheumatology symptoms and the RA determination. This gap has been coming down over the years, thanks mainly to developments […]
A rheumatologist is a person who is specialized in dealing with certain autoimmune disorders and musculoskeletal problems. If you are suffering from such conditions, then visiting a rheumatology clinic can be useful for you, as a rheumatologist will be able to diagnose the condition you are suffering from and advise the proper treatment plans. However, […]
Bones are the structural framework of the human body. Like all the other body parts, bones are also in a constant cycle of renewal. The condition of our bone is measured by its density. When we are at the age of 25-30, our bone density will be at the peak. When we move towards the […]
Bone strength and density are linked to a host of genetical and lifestyle habits. Apart from this, medical conditions also affect the way bones grow and age. Bone strength and density increase as we age, up to the age of 35. After reaching this ‘peak’, it holds out steadily for most of your mid-adulthood. After […]