Educating yourself is the first step.
Take control and partner with your providers – it’s your health, after all.
Let’s be honest – no one wants to see me.
You don’t end up in a Rheumatologist’s office ’cause you feel great.
But with the right information and support, you CAN feel better and learn to thrive with your autoimmune condition.
Frustrated by the incomplete or just plain wrong information common in our clinics and the internet, I’ve set out to set the record straight.
What do these antibody tests really mean?
Why was I given this medication?
Can diet or supplements really make a difference?
Helping you answer these questions (and more!) is what I’m here to do.
Learn more about why I do what I do or get right to the good stuff on the Connected Rheumatology YouTube channel!
It starts with the right information.
The Anti-CCP Test: A Breakthrough in Rheumatoid Arthritis Diagnosis
Let’s explore how this simple blood test has revolutionized the early detection of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), offering new hope and insights for patients and practitioners alike. Understanding the Anti-CCP Test Let’s start with the basics. The anti-CCP test is a crucial diagnostic tool used in the evaluation of RA. But what exactly does it measure,…
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Behcet’s Disease Explained
If your eye doctor, gynecologist, or even your rheumatologist has mentioned Behcet’s and left you scratching your head, you’re not alone. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the intricacies of Behcet’s Disease, from its characteristic ulcers to the underlying inflammation and geographical factors at play. The Mystery of Behcet’s Behcet’s Disease is a systemic…