Managing Lupus in Cold Weather
Managing Lupus in Cold Weather For those living with lupus, the cold winter months can increase the incidence and severity of the condition. Lupus winter flare-ups result from cold-induced spasms…
Recognizing Depression in Patients with Chronic Illness
Recognizing Depression in Patients with Chronic Illness Research data shows a higher prevalence of depressive symptoms with chronic illness, with estimates ranging from 9.3% to 25%. While there are many…
The Role of Biomarkers in Diagnosing and Treating IBD
The Role of Biomarkers in Diagnosing and Treating IBD Each year more and more people are diagnosed with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Although the…
Which Rheumatic Diseases Can Biologics Help Treat?
Which Rheumatic Diseases Can Biologics Help Treat? Chronic rheumatic diseases result from a dysfunctional immune system erroneously attacking the body. The autoimmune response leads to chronic inflammation, which causes irreparable…
Common Fall Allergens & How to Prevent Them
Common Fall Allergens & How to Prevent Them If you are an allergy or asthma patient, autumn can bring a host of allergens that can result in frequent flare-ups. Working…
What You Need to Know About Fall Allergies & Asthma
What You Need to Know About Fall Allergies & Asthma While the Fall season brings beautiful colors and cooler weather, bringing relief from heat, for those with allergies and asthma,…
Understanding the Remission and Relapse Cycle in Crohn’s Disease
Understanding the Remission and Relapse Cycle in Crohn’s Disease Crohn’s disease is an unpredictable chronic and progressive condition. The condition typically doesn’t follow a set pattern. Its symptoms can improve…
Coping with a New Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis
Coping with a New Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis Receiving a multiple sclerosis diagnosis can be frightening, distressing, and emotionally overwhelming for patients. However, for a few, the news brings some relief…
Understanding the Role of Biologics in Treating Multiple Sclerosis
Understanding the Role of Biologics in Treating Multiple Sclerosis Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a neurodegenerative and demyelinating autoimmune disease of the central nervous system and one of the principal causes…
Managing the Summer Sun and Heat with Chronic Disease
Managing the Summer Sun and Heat with Chronic Disease Most people relish the thought of long, hot summer days, but if you have a chronic illness, these weather conditions can…