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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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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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Managing Arthritis Flares: What to Do and What to Expect
Flares are common for individuals living with rheumatologic conditions like gout, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, or...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Nov 26, 20243 min read
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Understanding Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) is a condition that many may not encounter until later in life, typically after the age of 50. The condition...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Nov 12, 20243 min read
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Understanding Difficult-to-Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be challenging to manage, but it’s important to recognize that this condition varies significantly from...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Nov 7, 20242 min read
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Understanding Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA)
Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), also known as temporal arteritis, is an inflammatory condition affecting the blood vessels, primarily the...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Oct 31, 20242 min read
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Understanding Autoantibodies: What A Positive Result Really Means
If you've recently had a blood test that showed a positive antinuclear antibody (ANA) or another autoantibody, you might be wondering...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Oct 15, 20243 min read
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Relapsing Polychondritis: What It Is and How It’s Treated
Relapsing polychondritis is a rare autoimmune condition that often goes undiagnosed, especially in its milder forms. It primarily affects...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Oct 1, 20243 min read
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Exploring Links Between Psoriasis and Arthritis
Psoriasis is a common skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide, but what many may not know is that it can also be linked...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Sep 17, 20243 min read
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Understanding Biologics
Biologics have transformed rheumatology , offering targeted treatments that revolutionize the management of autoimmune diseases like...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Sep 10, 20242 min read
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What is Ankylosing Spondylitis?
Ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes pain and stiffness in the spine. The word “ankylosing” refers to...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Sep 3, 20243 min read
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Drug-Induced Lupus: What You Need to Know
Drug-induced lupus is a type of lupus that’s triggered by certain medications. It mimics the symptoms of lupus but is caused by drugs...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Aug 29, 20242 min read
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Understanding Enthesitis: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment:
Enthesitis is a condition characterized by inflammation at the site where tendons or ligaments attach to bone, known as the enthesis....
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Aug 20, 20242 min read
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Understanding Joint Pain: Causes and What to Look Out For
Why joint pain develops is a crucial subject because understanding the underlying causes of joint pain can guide you toward the right...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Aug 6, 20242 min read
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Understanding MPO Positive Vasculitis
Vasculitis is a complex condition characterized by inflammation of blood vessels throughout the body, potentially affecting various...
Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Jul 16, 20242 min read
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