For most of us with autoimmune conditions, we head straight to our rheumatologist for any number of symptoms. Many patients do not realize that a trusted rheumatologist is only part of the ideal health care team. From family to specialist practitioners, there are a number...
There are at least 80 conditions arising due to an autoimmune response and researchers suspect many more have an autoimmune basis. The National Institutes of Health estimates there are 23.5 million Americans living with these conditions. For reasons yet known, this number is increasing, making...
For most, 2020 did not turn out as expected. It was a year of frustration and anxiety leaving many of us feeling uncertain and unsure of what is to come. Although we would like to forget the challenges we faced as we begin the new...
“Why me?”. These two words can accompany many difficult situations. For those with a chronic condition, they may even be something of a mantra. A single sentence from your doctor can irrevocably change your life, and asking why you are unlucky enough to have it...
A true Christmas favourite tweaked to suit an anti-inflammatory diet. The old adage “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” holds true. Research suggests that eating apple on a daily basis might lower levels of cholesterol as well as C-reactive protein (CRP), a key marker of...
Raynaud’s disease (primary) or phenomenon (secondary) is a medical condition that causes reduced blood flow to the hands and feet and in some cases, it can affect ears, nipples, knees or nose. The reduction in blood flow is caused by spasms in the arteries, with...
Over the festive season, it can be tempting to over indulge in the delicious food on offer. An anti-inflammatory diet doesn’t mean you need to miss out. Try some of our December recipes and discover how a few small adjustments can lead to food equally...
Unfortunately, autoimmune diseases are notorious for being difficult to diagnose for a number of reasons. At the onset of an autoimmune condition, the symptoms tend to be intermittent and vague until the disease becomes acute. Even after this point, because symptoms can and do affect...
Michelangelo – Arthritis Although not definitively diagnosed at the time, it is now thought that in a cruel twist of fate, Michelangelo suffered from arthritis. As an artist, his output was prodigious; given the sheer volume of surviving correspondence, sketches and reminiscences, he is the best-documented...
As we draw near to the end of 2020, it is safe to say that few of us are sorry to see the back of it. Worldwide, people are suffering from pandemic fatigue, political friction, economic challenges, and exposure to misinformation. This has ensured that...