Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic type of inflammatory arthritis that occurs in some people with psoriasis. It can affect any joint in the body and can cause nail changes and overall fatigue. Many people with the condition often experience morning stiffness. Psoriatic Arthritis can affect all ages but is most common in those between the …
Lupus is often times referred to as an “invisible illness” because many of the symptoms can’t be “seen.” This however does not make lupus any less real or painful for those affected. Just because those suffering from lupus may not “look” sick, they may in fact feel very sick. Lupus is associated with symptoms like …
February is American Heart Month. It’s a time to remind us to focus on the importance of heart health and encourage our friends and families to do the same. Cardiovascular diseases claim 2,300 Americans each day. The heart does more work than any other physical muscle in the body, pumping over 2,000 gallons of blood …
Sjogren’s syndrome affects more than 4,000,000 Americans making it one of the most prevalent autoimmune diseases. Almost ninety percent of people affected by Sjogren’s are women. The most common symptoms associated with Sjogren’s syndrome are dry mouth and eyes, joint pain, and fatigue. Other organs like the kidneys, liver, and lungs can also be affected. …
