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World Lupus Day: Dispelling Myths and Increasing Awareness

Living with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (Lupus)

The annual May 10th World Lupus Day celebration started in 2004 when patient organizations from 13 nations banded together to call for improved treatment and increased public awareness of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). In India, there are 14–60 cases of this chronic autoimmune disease for every 100,000 people, underscoring its rarity and the significance of […]

Joint Problems in Teachers: Causes, Ergonomic Solutions, and the Role of a Rheumatologist

Joint Problems in Teachers: Causes, Ergonomic Solutions, and the Role of a Rheumatologist

Teaching is an incredibly rewarding profession, but it comes with its fair share of physical challenges. Long hours of standing, repetitive motions, and carrying heavy materials can take a toll on a teacher’s joints. Over time, these everyday activities, combined with poor ergonomic habits, can lead to chronic pain and stiffness. The good news? By […]

Gout: A Comprehensive Q&A’s: A Guide

Gout: A Comprehensive Q&A's: A Guide

Gout is a painful arthritis type that is triggered by an abnormal amount of uric acid in the body. When uric acid builds up, it crystallizes in the joints in the shape of needles, causing extreme pain and inflammation. This article seeks to provide answers for some of the frequent queries that people have about […]

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid Arthritis

What is Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatoid Arthritis is a disease of the joints which are inflammatory (pain, stiffness and /or swelling) in nature and sometimes may have different organ involvement. It is an autoimmune disease and may be precipitated by a viral illness eg. Chikungunya, dengue etc or in most cases the etiology is not known. […]