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...
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Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Nov 72 min read
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...
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Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Oct 223 min read
Understanding Uveitis: When to See a Rheumatologist
Uveitis, an inflammation of the eye that can cause significant discomfort. Unlike typical eye conditions, uveitis may not always present...
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Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Oct 153 min read
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...
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Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Sep 263 min read
Understanding and Managing Gout:
Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis that causes intense pain and discomfort, often impacting the quality of life. This condition...
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Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Sep 33 min read
What is Ankylosing Spondylitis?
Ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes pain and stiffness in the spine. The word “ankylosing” refers to...
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Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Aug 202 min read
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....
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Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Aug 62 min read
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...
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Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Jul 233 min read
Understanding the Differences Between Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis
Joint pain is a common complaint among patients, and distinguishing between different types of arthritis is crucial for proper treatment....
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Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Jun 113 min read
Understanding DMARDs
If you've been diagnosed with a rheumatologic condition like rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you've probably heard the term "DMARDs." But what...
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Dr. Isabelle Amigues
May 293 min read
Exploring Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disorder (UCTD)
Today, we are discussing a condition known as Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disorder (UCTD). This topic was inspired by a question...
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Dr. Isabelle Amigues
May 213 min read
Finding Strength and Hope: A Journey Through Fibromyalgia
Today, we will be diving into an inspiring conversation that sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of living with fibromyalgia....
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Dr. Isabelle Amigues
May 143 min read
Understanding Gout- How to Reduce Flares
This blog entry is coming from a conversation between Dr. Isabelle Amigues, your friendly rheumatologist based in Denver, Colorado, with...
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Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Apr 232 min read
Unraveling Pseudogout: Understanding CPPD
Let’s talk about pseudogout, a condition often overshadowed by its more renowned counterpart, gout. In this blog, we embark on a journey...
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