First Rheumatology Appointment?
In my many years as a rheumatologist, I’ve seen patients with a variety of symptoms, including aches and pains. Arthritis may be a symptom of a number of different connective tissue diseases; there are...
View ArticleWhat Is Lupus? (Video)
Across the United States, 1.5 million people are living with systemic lupus erythematosis (SLE) — better known by its common name, lupus. The symptoms and outcomes of this autoimmune disease can vary...
View ArticleFibromyalgia: 3 Ways to Improve Symptoms (Video)
Fibromyalgia is a very common condition that I see in my patients. It causes widespread pain – particularly in the neck and shoulders – and it can also cause sleep problems. It is associated with...
View Article5 Things You Didn’t Know About Lupus
When I mention lupus to my patients, sometimes I get a confused look because it’s not a well-understood condition. People wonder why the body would attack itself, as is the case with lupus and other...
View Article4 New Medications for Lupus (Video)
The medications available for treating lupus have stayed pretty much the same for several decades. But in the past few years, we’ve seen a breakthrough with targeted therapies—medicines that are...
View ArticleLupus and Brain Fog: How to Find Your Way
Monday morning finds many of us feeling foggy, but 20 to 50 percent of people who struggle with lupus have a unique feeling of mental fogginess, including: Depression Memory problems Headaches Fatigue...
View ArticleLupus and Your Skin: How to Avoid Summer Flare-Ups (Video)
We all need to protect our skin from the sun’s damaging rays, and if you have lupus, you know that being prepared for summer is especially important. With warm weather, delicate skin can more easily...
View ArticleLupus, Sun and Vacation: 4 Tips to Prevent Flares (Video)
With warmer weather, people often get the itch to travel. For lupus patients, vacationing could also mean sun exposure, which in turn can cause rashes, arthritis flares or even serious inflammation of...
View ArticleDrugs Can Help You with Lupus-Related Hair Loss (Video)
About six out of 10 lupus patients experience hair loss, which can be both physically disfiguring and emotionally trying at a time when they’re battling a host of other symptoms. This hair loss occurs...
View ArticleIf You Have Lupus, Consult Doctor Before Pregnancy (Video)
If you have lupus and are thinking about having a baby, be sure to talk with your physician before you get pregnant. Talking with your doctor can help coordinate your care among your lupus specialist,...
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