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Articles related to "Connective Tissue Disorder"
Connective Tissue Disorders The autoimmune connective tissue disorders include various organ-specific and systemic conditions such as lupus and Sjogren's that affect structural tissue. connective tissue • autoimmune connective tissue disorders • autoimmune • autoimmune disease • undiffentiated connective tissue disorder
Autoantibodies in Systemic Lupus Autoantibodies play a role in disease development in systemic lupus erythematosus. Titers of ds DNA antibodies can be used to diagnose SLE and evaluate disease activity. ds dna antibodies • antinuclear antibodies • anti-ds dna antibodies • systemic lupus erythematosus • sle
Hammertoe Hammer toe, which causes a buckling of the proximal toe joint, can be caused by any of the inflammatory joint conditions, including the connective tissue disorders. hammertoe • hammer toe • mallet toe • claw toe • arthritis
Human Parvovirus B19 Infection Human Parvovirus B19 has been linked to a number of different autoimmune diseases, including vasculitis and connective tissue disorders. parvovirus • human parvovirus • human parvovirus b19 • parvovirus b19 • autoimmune
Systemic Lupus Advances With early diagnosis and treatment, as well as lifestyle changes, the outcome for patients with systemic lupus has improved considerably over the last few years. sle • systemic lupus erythematosus • lupus • lupus disorders • autoimmune
What is Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome? EDS is believed to affect 1 in 5,000 people. It is found in both males and females of all racial and ethnic backgrounds. eds • ehlers-danlos • ehlers danlos • ehlers danlos syndrome • connective tissue disorder
Antinuclear Antibody Test The ANA test has value in helping diagnose as well as rule out specific conditions and to monitor disease progression, remission and treatment response. antinuclear antibody • ana test • autoantibodies • systemic lupus erythematosus • autoimmune disease
Medical and Thermal Spas For centuries, local residents and vacationers have visited spas to maintain good health and cure illnesses. Today, medical spas may also focus on cosmetic improvement. medical spas • thermal spas • botox • restylane • minerals
Rheumatoid Arthritis Today Current clinical opinions regarding the development and treatment of RA include improved pregnancy outcomes and natural therapies with fewer side effects. ra • rheumatoid • rheumatoid arthritis • arthritis • rheumatoid factor
Supplements in Lupus Dietary supplements are used to correct nutrient deficiencies, enhance the immune system and general health, and reduce inflammation in autoimmune disease. lupus • sle • dietary supplements • supplements autoimmune • autoimmune
Thyroid and Rheumatological Disorders Arthritic symptoms frequently occur in patients with thyroid disorders, and thyroid antibodies often occur in systemic arthritic disorders. Several reasons are proposed. autoimmune disease • thyroid • graves disease • hashimoto's thyroiditis • autoantibodies
Classroom Modifications for EDS Students Pain and loose joints affect many children with EDS. They occasionally need special physical modifications to succeed in school. eds classroom modifications • students with eds • ehlers danlos syndrome • kids with eds • physical modifications for eds
Diethylstilbestrol Animal studies show that DES causes an increased risk of autoimmune disease; human studies are conflicting although self-reports by patients show an increased risk. diethylstilbestrol • des • adenosis • autoimmune infertility • ectopic pregnancies
Eosinophilic Fasciitis Eosinophilic fasciitis is a hypereosinophilic disorder characterized by a thickening of the fascia as well as skin changes similar to those seen in scleroderma. hypereosinophilia • scleroderma • systemic sclerosis • morphea • eosinophilic fasciitis
Immunosuppressant Drugs Immunosuppressant medications help prevent organ rejection in transplants and reduce inflammation and autoantibody production in patients with autoimmune disorders. immune system • immunosuppressants • immunosuppressant medications • immunosuppressive medications • corticosteroids
Low Libido Various symptoms in autoimmune diseases, including endocrine imbalances and pain, contribute to low libido in autoimmune disease. Help is available. libido • sex drive • autoimmune disease • dhea • hormones
Mixed Connective Tissue Disease Mixed connective tissue disease is a distinct syndrome with features of arthritis, lupus, poymyositis and scleroderma that can progress to lupus or scleroderma. mixed connective tissue disease • mctd • connective tissue disease • autoimmune • autoimmune disease
Seaweed Spa Therapies Packed with enzymes, vitamins and other nutrients, seaweed is the ultimate spa remedy for smoothing weary skin and for relieving stiff muscles and aching joints. seaweed • seaweed spa treatments • seaweed wraps • seaweed facials • seaweed nutrients
The Infrared Sauna Unlike traditional saunas that heat the body indirectly through steam-heated air, infrared saunas use radiant heat energy that is directly absorbed by the body. infrared saunas • saunas • spa treatments • steam heat • infrared heat
Vitamin D Deficiency and Autoimmune Disease Vitamin D influences immune system cells, particularly dendrites (D-cells). Deficiencies of vitamin D interfere with D-cell function and contribute to autoimmunity. autoimmune disease • vitamin d deficiency • multiple sclerosis • type 1 diabetes • undifferentiated connective tissue disease
Achieving Remission Remission, either permanent or temporary, refers to the absence of active disease in patients with chronic disorders. remission • flares • exacerbations • autoimmune disease • multiple sclerosis
Antibodies and Autoantibodies A healthy immune system produces many different antibodies. However, when the immune system errs and reacts with the body's proteins, it produces autoantibodies. antibodies • autoantibodies • autoimmune • autoimmunity • autoimmune disorders
Autoantibody Test Advances Autoantibodies contribute to disease and serve as markers of disease. Several new autoantibody tests are improving the way autoimmune diseases are diagnosed. antinuclear antibodies • ana • thyroid antibodies • diabetes • autoimmune diseases
Chilblains in Seniors Learn what causes chilblains, symptoms, treatments, and preventive strategies for chilblains or pernio, a non-freezing cold-related injury. chilblain • chilblains • chilblain lupus erythematous • cold injuries • cold injury
Understanding Scleroderma Scleroderma is an autoimmune connective tissue disorder with symptoms ranging from mild localized lesions to a systemic disease injuring multiple organs. scleroderma • sclerosis • systemic sclerosis • autoimmune • autoimmune disease
Arresting Arthritis Naturally The pain of arthritis is something most of us have experienced. But there are many things we can do to arrest the progress and severity of arthritis. This article will discuss simple but effective natural ways to deal with joint pains.
Q and A on Rolfing This article answers the most frequently asked question about Rolfing. Issues such as cost, conditions treated, number of sessions, permanency of effects and changes and an overview of the process of a typical rolfing session. rolfing • structural integration • massage • carpal tunnel • tmj |
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