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Educational articles for patients and companions.
My tests are normal, so why am I in pain?
A normal result is good news, but it does not always rule out a rheumatic disease. The reverse is true as well: a positive result alone is not a diagnosis.
ReadWhat is a biologic medicine?
Biologic medicines have changed the treatment of many rheumatic diseases. Here you can read what they are, why tests are needed first, and what to watch for.
ReadWhy does this tiredness not go away with sleep?
Fatigue is one of the most troubling symptoms of lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, and it does not come only from disease activity. Knowing its other causes helps you find a better way through.
ReadFood and rheumatic disease: what really has an effect?
You hear a lot about food and rheumatism. No diet treats these diseases, but food plays a part in gout and in your general health. Here is what the evidence says.
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