The most visible symptom of scleroderma is hardening of your skin. It’s a complex condition and if you’ve been diagnosed with scleroderma, you probably have some questions. In this post, we describe the basics of this chronic condition.
Brittle bones are no laughing matter. Osteoporosis affects approximately 10 million people, and many more are at risk for it. The condition increases your risk for fracture, back pain, and more. Learn steps you can take to halt its progression.
If you’re living with a connective tissue disease — whether that’s rheumatoid arthritis or another condition — you’ll be glad to know that there are a variety of effective treatments available. Explore them here.
Living with asthma can be challenging, wondering when you’ll have another asthma attack. Knowing what sets off your attacks is a good way to stay ahead of it. Read on to learn more about these five common asthma triggers.
More people are afraid of being bitten or stung than are actually allergic to insects. However, if you are allergic to insect bites and stings, it can be potentially life-threatening. Here’s what you need to know about insect allergies.
Does your child have a fever, a red, swollen tongue, and a rash? These are signs of Kawasaki disease that need attention. Keep reading to learn what you should do.
While osteoporosis is a common condition, especially for menopausal women, many of the risk factors for osteoporosis are under your control. Learn more about this potentially dangerous disease and how you can reduce your risk.
Allergies are a problem year-round, but depending on your symptoms and triggers, there’s a good chance some seasons are worse than others. If you suffer from hives, find out about what might be causing them this summer.
The pain and inflammation of tendinitis most commonly occur around your shoulders, knees, heels, elbows, and wrists. Tendinitis can interfere with daily activity and activities like sports. Read on to learn how you can avoid it.
Allergic reactions can be irritating, like a runny nose or watery eyes. But, they can also be life-threatening. If you’re allergic to something, you want to find out exactly what, and allergy testing is the most accurate way of finding out.
According to the National Eczema Association, more than 30 million American women, men, and children have some form of eczema. But nobody has to suffer from it.
If you have excessively dry eyes and a dry mouth in addition to rheumatoid symptoms, you may be suffering from a condition known as Sjögren’s syndrome. Don't worry, we can help. Keep reading to learn the facts about this condition and how you can manage yo
Gripping your coffee cup, signing your name, stooping to pick something up — it’s the simple things that make your arthritis so frustrating. But it’s the simple things that can ease your symptoms, too. Learn how what you eat can help — or hurt.
If you’re one of the 30-40% of Americans who suffer from allergies and hay fever, you know allergic reactions are no fun. Keep reading to learn about the differences between allergies and hay fever, and how to thrive with both conditions.
While eczema can be problematic year-round, winter presents some unique challenges due to drier air and lack of sunlight. Here are some tips to help keep your skin healthy during the winter months.
No one wants to exercise when physical activity makes it difficult to breathe or causes chest tightness, coughing, or wheezing. However, your asthma doesn’t have to keep you on the sidelines. These simple steps can keep your symptoms under control.
Living with arthritis can mean painful, stiff joints and missing out on activities you enjoy. Learn how dietary changes can help ease arthritis symptoms so you’ll feel better and improve your quality of life.
If you’re among the 50 million people in the US who are plagued by chronic sneezing, coughing, and other allergy symptoms, you want relief. Wouldn’t it be great to get rid of your allergies altogether? Allergy shots help you do that.
Back pain can develop for many reasons, but ongoing issues with a back that’s stiff and achy may point to a larger problem like ankylosing spondylitis. Here’s a closer look at this uncommon form of inflammatory arthritis.
If you’re among the 5% of Americans who’ve been diagnosed with a moderate-to-severe insect allergy, the warm summer months can be just as complicated as they are carefree. Find out how you can keep yourself safe every time you head outdoors.
Preventing lupus flare-ups can be especially challenging in the summer when common environmental triggers are more intense than usual. Here’s what you can do to keep your symptoms under control as the sun gets hotter and temperatures soar.
