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The Rheumatoid Arthritis section on the iMedix Blog offers insights into managing this autoimmune condition. Explore topics on symptoms, treatment strategies, and lifestyle adjustments, helping patients, their families, and healthcare providers better understand and cope with the challenges of rheumatoid arthritis.
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06.06.2021 05:13
Rarely, if ever, are any of us healed in isolation. Healing is an act of communion. These words from bell hooks hold true for me as I reflect on my journey with psoriatic disease. When I first received my diagnosis of palmar plantar psoriasis, it was a confirmation of what I had already feared. Seeing my mom struggle with the same condition for years, I knew that I was in for a challenging road
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05.06.2021 23:18
Parenting is a challenging but fulfilling role that I have experienced in my life. Balancing parenthood with rheumatoid arthritis adds an extra layer of complexity to raising children. Becoming a great dad has always been a goal of mine, inspired by my own amazing father. Growing up, I realized how fortunate I was to have a father figure in my life while other kids did not. My dad has had the
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01.06.2021 00:21
Psoriatic arthritis is a condition that can cause swelling and impairment in various joints throughout the body, leading to limitations in range of motion, flexibility, and strength. I have discovered several helpful gadgets that cater to specific body parts affected by the condition. In terms of my hands, deformities have made it difficult for me to type properly, so I have opted for a computer
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29.05.2021 11:02
I've been dealing with migraines at work for as long as I can remember. Initially, I would ignore them and push through the day, but they would manifest as blurred vision, heightened sensitivity to smells, and an overwhelming feeling of being overwhelmed by everyone's demands. All I wanted was to disappear. However, I was hesitant to take time off because of the misconception that migraines are
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24.05.2021 14:04
While sitting at the beauty salon, I overheard a conversation between a woman and her hairdresser about her high blood sugar readings. She mentioned numbers like 266 and 344, which are typically considered very high for someone with diabetes. As someone with diabetes myself, I felt compelled to offer my advice and expertise. Should I turn around in my chair and tell her that her numbers were too
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21.05.2021 22:12
Over 34 million Americans are living with diabetes, and unfortunately, my entire family is among them. It all started when I was a young child and overheard my grandmother discussing her diabetes. It was a casual conversation, but I could tell that the disease had taken a toll on her health. In the 1980s, diabetes was often treated as a shameful secret, something that no one wanted to talk about
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20.05.2021 19:23
I was raised in a traditional Christian background where yoga was often associated with beliefs that didn't align with my own. I didn't have much knowledge about yoga other than it seemed mystical and involved serious people sitting on mats. My preferred workout routines were more focused on hip-hop and belly dance. However, as an adult, I went to my first yoga class when a friend from work
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17.05.2021 12:02
People with atopic dermatitis are advised to avoid certain things, such as consuming foods with nuts, wheat, and milk, and using soaps and lotions with strong fragrances. Additionally, it is recommended not to take long showers. One dermatologist specifically suggested showering for no longer than 10 minutes, with an ideal duration of 5 to 15 minutes. This recommendation strongly resonated with
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17.05.2021 04:42
Walking into the chemotherapy infusion zone at my treatment center, I often found myself as the only Black woman or woman of color in the room. This was a familiar experience for me, as I have grown up in predominantly White environments my whole life. However, what was new and intimidating was navigating my diagnosis of triple-negative breast cancer, a term that had never crossed my ears until
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17.05.2021 03:15
Living with psoriasis can be frustrating, and sometimes our family and friends may not fully understand the extent of our struggles. They may downplay the condition, thinking that it's just a few spots or that it could be worse. But what they don't realize is that psoriasis comes with mental, emotional, and other physical side effects. That's why it's so important to have a support system of
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