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The Role of Neurogenic Inflammation in Fibromyalgia Pathophysiology
Geoffrey Littlejohn, MD, provides a clinical perspective on the pathophysiology of fibromyalgia and the role of neurogenic inflammation in the disease process.
Treating Osteoporotic Pain: Expert Interview
Pain resulting from osteoporotic fractures should be treated with a multimodal approach that includes pharmacological and nonpharmacological strategies.
Managing Cardiovascular Risk in Rheumatoid Cachexia
Because of the increased risk for cardiovascular disease in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, the increase in fat mass caused by rheumatoid cachexia can be especially concerning.
Gender Differences in Axial Spondyloarthritis: Comparing Disease Burden and Treatment
An improved understanding of the gender differences in axial spondyloarthritis can improve disease treatment and reduce disease burden.
Opinions
The Opioid Epidemic: Why Your Prescribing Habits Matter
If physicians have a genuine interest in acting with beneficence and nonmaleficence, they should recognize that their prescribing habits have significant consequences for their patients.
Reexamining the Role of Concierge Medicine in Primary Care
During the last decade, the number of medical students choosing internal or family medicine has dropped by approximately 80%.
Wearable Fitness Trackers: Are We Placing Too Much Faith in Them?
The utility and effectiveness of wearable fitness devices are discussed in a clinician's opinion piece.
Case Studies and Clinical Highlights
Case Study: A Syncopal Episode During a Camping Trip
A 52-year-old man presents to the emergency department with dizziness and fatigue after a syncopal episode on a camping trip.
Case Study: Rheumatoid Arthritis Cardiac Manifestations
A 69 year old man presents joint pain (wrists, elbows, hands, and knees) and swelling with no evidence of erosions.
Case Study and Clinical Highlight: Respiratory Failure in a Patient With SLE
A female patient with systemic lupus erythematosus presents to the emergency department with an 8 week history of dyspnea, dysphonia, and non-productive cough.
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Rheumatology Advisor Articles
- The Role of Neurogenic Inflammation in Fibromyalgia Pathophysiology
- Biomarker Combination Predicts Response to TNFi Treatment in Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Increase in Fellowship Applicants Reflects Growing Interest in Rheumatology
- PROMIS Effective for Physical, Mental Health Assessment in DMARD-Treated Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Adalimumab Continuation Linked to Fewer Flares After Remission in Nonradiographic axSpA
- The Role of Neurogenic Inflammation in Fibromyalgia Pathophysiology
- Similar Cardiovascular Risk Reported in Patients Initiating Febuxostat vs Allopurinol
- Biomarker Combination Predicts Response to TNFi Treatment in Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Treating Osteoporotic Pain: Expert Interview
- SPAR Model May Predict Mild Interstitial Lung Disease in Systemic Sclerosis
- Prednisone, Prednisolone Does Not Alter Bone Mineral Density in Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Predictors of Influenza Vaccine Acceptance in Patients With Inflammatory Rheumatic Diseases
- Positive Phase 3 Results for Novel OA Pain Treatment Tanezumab
- Multiple Factors to Consider When Selecting NSAIDs for Arthritis
- Communication-Based Intervention Increases Goals-of-Care Discussions Between Physicians, Patients With Serious Illness