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Decreasing the Cost of Medication in Rheumatology: A Guide for Patients
Discover practical strategies to reduce the cost of rheumatology medications without compromising on care. Learn how tools like GoodRx, patient assistance programs, and biosimilars can help lower expenses, while maximizing insurance benefits. At UnabridgedMD, we prioritize personalized, holistic care to help patients achieve remission and live their best lives.
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
10 minutes ago3 min read
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Sleep & Autoimmunity: The Healing Connection
Let’s discuss something that affects nearly every aspect of health—sleep—and its connection to autoimmune disorders. This topic is both exciting and deeply personal because sleep plays a crucial role in how the body heals and functions, particularly when managing chronic inflammation.
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
7 days ago4 min read
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What Is Rheumatology?Â
Rheumatology is the science of inflammation. While there are many ways to define this field, at its core, rheumatology focuses on...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Apr 83 min read
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The Role of Autoimmunity in Infertility and Pregnancy Complications
Infertility is a sensitive and often frustrating experience for many people, but it’s not always just about the inability to conceive....
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Apr 24 min read
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Why Do I Have Joint Pain and Feel Like I Have the Flu?
Have you ever experienced joint pain and a deep, aching fatigue that makes you feel like you’ve been hit by a bus? Maybe you feel like...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Mar 253 min read
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What Is UCTD? Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disorder (UCTD)
UCTD is a condition that comes up frequently in rheumatology. Many patients have symptoms that are not specific to one particular...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Mar 183 min read
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Autoinflammatory Syndromes: What You Need to Know
At UnabridgedMD, my goal is to empower patients through education. I want you to truly understand what’s happening in your body so you...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Mar 123 min read
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Autoimmune Thyroid Disorders and Their Connection to Positive ANA Tests
In this blog, we highlight a podcast conversation where Dr. Amigues is joined by Dr. Dana Gibbs, where she explains the link between...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Mar 43 min read
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I feel like I have an autoimmune disorder but my ANA or all other labs are normal. What next?
Today we’re diving into an important topic that affects many patients: What happens when you feel that you have an autoimmune or...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Feb 252 min read
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Understanding a Positive ANA: What It Means and What to Do Next
If you’ve recently been told that your ANA test came back positive, you might be feeling a little anxious or overwhelmed. At...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Feb 183 min read
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Exploring Dementia, Alzheimer’s, and Aging.
Aging is an inevitable part of life, yet the way we experience it can vary dramatically. Dementia and Alzheimer's disease are conditions...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Feb 122 min read
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Managing Gout: 3 Key Things Every Patient Should Know
3 Things I Wish Every Patient with Gout Knew (and How to Manage It) Gout can be a challenging condition, but understanding the facts and...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Feb 54 min read
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Gout Awareness & Treatment
Happy Gout Awareness month here at UnabridgedMD in Rheumatology! As rheumatologists, one of the most common inflammatory arthritis...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Jan 283 min read
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Thyroid, Hormones and Holistic Approach to Healing
In this blog, we highlight a podcast conversation where Dr. Amigues is joined by Dr. Dana Gibbs, an ENT by training, but her journey has...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Jan 213 min read
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The Power of PlaceboÂ
The word "placebo" often carries mixed emotions and ideas. Some see it as a trick, while others recognize its fascinating potential. But...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Jan 143 min read
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Navigating Perimenopause, Menopause, and Joint Pain: What You Need to Know
In this episode, Dr. Amigues is with Dr. Block, a physician with a special focus on women’s health, particularly during perimenopause and...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Jan 84 min read
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Exercise Recommendations for Rheumatoid Arthritis and Other Inflammatory Conditions
Managing chronic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis , and osteoarthritis can be...
Andrea Bebee
Jan 33 min read
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Understanding Metabolic Health, Obesity, and Inflammation: A Conversation with Dr. Lindsay Ogle
As we move past the holiday season and into the new year, many of us are thinking about our health goals, especially when it comes to...
Andrea Bebee
Dec 26, 20243 min read
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Understanding "Negative" Vasculitis
When it comes to diagnosing vasculitis; understanding how to interpret a negative ANCA test is important. The truth is, that tests like...
Andrea Bebee
Dec 20, 20242 min read
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The Power of Hope in Rheumatology: Stories of Transformation
In my Rheumatology practice, my goal is to help my patients have hope while we aim to reach full remission . Many patients come to my...
Andrea Bebee
Dec 11, 20243 min read
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