Evidence-based health education on arthritis, autoimmune diseases, and rheumatic conditions by Dr. Alpana Parmar.
Many people use "arthritis" and "rheumatism" interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings. Understanding the difference helps you seek the right specialist at the right time.
Lupus is called "the great imitator" because its symptoms mimic many other diseases. Recognizing early warning signs can lead to timely diagnosis and prevent organ damage.
Gout is the most common form of inflammatory arthritis in adults. While dietary changes help, most patients need medication for proper long-term urate control.
Not all back pain is mechanical. Inflammatory back pain in young adults — especially at night and improving with activity — could indicate Ankylosing Spondylitis.
Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system attacks the body's own tissues. Understanding how and why this happens is the first step to better management.
Fibromyalgia is often dismissed as "all in the head." This article explains the science behind fibromyalgia and why a multidisciplinary approach works best.