વા ના લક્ષણોમાં પુરુષો અને મહિલાઓમાં તફાવત કેમ?
વા (Arthritis) એ એક પ્રભાવશાળી અને જટિલ સ્થિતિ છે જે હાડકાં, સાંધા, પેશીઓ અને શરીરના અન્ય ભાગોને અસર કરે છે. ઘણા દર્દીઓ મને પૂછે છે કે ‘વા ના લક્ષણો‘ શું પુરુષો અને મહિલાઓ માટે સમાન હોય છે? હકીકત એ છે કે પુરુષો અને મહિલાઓમાં વા ના લક્ષણો ઘણીવાર અલગ હોય છે, અને તેનું મુખ્ય કારણ […]
Arthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis: Symptoms, Causes & Best Treatments
As a rheumatologist, I often come across patients who are confused about the difference between arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Many assume that they are interchangeable terms, but in reality, they are distinct conditions with different causes, symptoms, and treatment approaches. Understanding these differences is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective management. What is Arthritis? Arthritis […]
Psoriatic Arthritis: Key Symptoms, and Effective Treatment Options Explained
Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a type of inflammatory arthritis that affects individuals with psoriasis, a chronic skin condition. It can cause pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints and affect other parts of the body. If left untreated, it may lead to permanent joint damage, but early diagnosis and treatment can help manage symptoms and […]
Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis : A Guide to Recovery, Strength & Healthy Living
Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA), also known as juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects children under the age of 16. It causes persistent joint inflammation, pain, stiffness, and swelling, which can impact growth and overall quality of life. Unlike adult rheumatoid arthritis, JRA presents unique challenges due to the growing bodies […]
Is Rheumatic Fever Communicable? Signs & Prevention Tips
Rheumatic fever is a serious inflammatory disease that can develop as a complication of untreated strep throat or scarlet fever. It mainly affects children and adolescents but can occur at any age. Many people wonder, “Is rheumatic fever communicable?” While rheumatic fever itself is not contagious, the bacterial infection that leads to it can spread […]
Autoimmune Disease Lupus Erythematosus: Best Treatment in India
Lupus, or autoimmune disease lupus erythematosus, is a chronic condition where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s healthy tissues. This leads to inflammation and damage in various organs, including the skin, joints, kidneys, heart, and lungs. The disease is unpredictable and can range from mild to life-threatening. Can Lupus Cause Autoimmune Hepatitis? Lupus is […]
રુમેટોઇડ સંધિવા (Rheumatoid Arthritis) દૂર થઈ શકે છે ?
રુમેટોઇડ સંધિવા (Rheumatoid Arthritis – RA) એ એક સ્વયંપ્રતિરક્ષા રોગ છે જે વિશ્વભરના લાખો લોકોને અસર કરે છે. આ ક્રોનિક અવસ્થામાં શરીરનો રોગપ્રતિકારક શક્તિ પોતાની સંધિઓ પર હુમલો કરે છે, જે બળતરા, દુખાવો, સોજો અને સંયુક્ત નુકસાનનું કારણ બની શકે છે. ઘણા લોકો માટે, આ રોગનું નિદાન જીવનભરનો પડકાર સમાન લાગે છે, પરંતુ એક મહત્વનો […]
Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Day 2025: Raising Awareness for RA
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that affects millions worldwide, causing chronic inflammation and pain in the joints. It’s a condition that can impact a person’s daily life, mobility, and overall well-being. However, despite being common, RA is often misunderstood, with many people unaware of the signs, symptoms, and treatment options available. This is […]
Guillain-Barré Syndrome: A Guide to Autoimmune Disease
Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is a rare but serious autoimmune disorder that primarily affects the peripheral nervous system, which includes the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. The body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the nerves, leading to a variety of symptoms, such as weakness, numbness, and sometimes paralysis. This condition can be life-threatening, but with […]
Can Rheumatoid Arthritis Go Away? Understanding Remission & Hope
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune condition that affects millions of people worldwide. This chronic disease causes inflammation in the joints, leading to pain, swelling, stiffness, and in some cases, joint damage. For many individuals, the diagnosis of RA feels like a lifelong sentence, but the question many people ask is, “Can rheumatoid arthritis go […]