Palindromic rheumatism is a rare type of inflammatory arthritis that causes swelling, inflammation, and pain of the affected joint. What differentiates it from other forms of arthritis is that it causes periodic flare-ups, and hence does not leave lasting damages to the joints. It is categorized under rheumatology diseases because it is caused due to […]
There is evidence indicating that rheumatoid arthritis is more active in some periods and less active in other times because of weather changes. However well-controlled the condition is, weather patterns are likely to worsen your rheumatoid arthritis symptoms. The weather might seem predictable to you on the basis of the pain and soreness of your […]
Of the several rheumatology diseases that to this day plague modern-day humanity, rheumatoid arthritis holds a unique place- one for it being a body-wide condition. However, even with it pulling life to a screeching halt, this is an ailment that affects small joints, especially the joints in the hands. The swelling and inflammation of the […]
We all experience musculoskeletal pains from time to time due to various reasons, and this is quite common. But if they become severe and persist for more than a few days, you must see the physician. This is especially true for pain in the muscles, joints, neck, and spine. Normally you consult an orthopaedist, but […]
Rheumatic diseases are caused due to autoimmunity where the immune system attacks healthy tissues of the body and damages them. This is a lifelong condition that cannot be cured completely. The focus of most treatments is to reduce the severity and manage the symptoms of this disease. When this condition develops in children, they are […]
Axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) patients who smoke and have low-level education or belong to the working class, are likelier to develop sacroiliac, as per a recent study. Sacroiliac is a form of joint inflammation. Here, we will look at the study featured in the journal ‘Arthritis & Rheumatology’ and the findings of it. The Study In […]
Rheumatic diseases are autoimmune and inflammatory conditions that affect different parts of your body. More than 7 million people in the United States are suffering from different types of rheumatic diseases. Mainly, rheumatic diseases affect your muscles, joints, ligaments, tendons, and bones. Rheumatism Causes The exact cause of rheumatic diseases is still unknown. Many scientists […]