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13 Nov

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When most people think of lupus, they imagine aching joints, stiffness, and arthritis-like symptoms. While it’s true that lupus often affects the joints—sometimes mimicking conditions like rheumatoid arthritis—this chronic autoimmune disease goes far beyond the musculoskeletal system. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), the most common type of lupus, is just that: systemic. It can affect nearly every organ in the body, from...

10 Nov

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Living with sarcoidosis means living with a disease that is unpredictable, often invisible to others, and capable of affecting multiple organs at once. Some people experience only mild symptoms that resolve on their own, while others face chronic illness that changes the way they work, socialize, and even think about the future. Sarcoidosis is a systemic inflammatory disease in which the...

06 Nov

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When you hear the word scleroderma, you may think of a rare disease that causes skin thickening. While that is true, scleroderma is a complex autoimmune disorder that affects connective tissue and can involve many organs. Among its different forms, CREST syndrome is one of the most recognized. CREST syndrome is also known as limited cutaneous systemic sclerosis (lcSSc). It is...

03 Nov

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When most people hear the term axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA), they think of a disease limited to the spine and sacroiliac joints. That’s understandable—after all, back pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility are the most recognizable symptoms. But axial spondyloarthritis is far more than a spinal disease. As a systemic inflammatory condition, axSpA can affect many organs and systems outside the spine. These...

30 Oct

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Back pain is one of the most common medical complaints worldwide. It is estimated that up to 80% of people will experience back pain at some point in their lives. For many, this discomfort is due to mechanical causes—such as muscle strain, ligament injury, poor posture, or degenerative disc disease. However, a significant minority suffer from an inflammatory condition called...

27 Oct

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Scleroderma, also known as systemic sclerosis, is a rare autoimmune disease that causes the body’s connective tissue to harden and tighten. While it often begins with skin changes, it can also affect internal organs such as the lungs, heart, kidneys, and digestive system. Living with scleroderma is challenging, but there’s good news: treatment options are improving every year. In the past,...

16 Oct

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Lupus, formally called systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect nearly every organ in the body. Unlike conditions that target only one system, lupus is systemic—which means the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own healthy tissues, creating widespread inflammation and potential long-term damage. Because its symptoms are diverse and sometimes vague, lupus often goes undiagnosed...

13 Oct

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Sarcoidosis is a rare but impactful disease defined by the formation of non-caseating granulomas—tiny clumps of immune cells—in multiple organs. While it most often affects the lungs, sarcoidosis is a systemic disease, meaning it can involve the skin, eyes, heart, lymph nodes, and musculoskeletal system. For some, sarcoidosis is mild and resolves on its own. For others, it becomes chronic,...

15 Sep

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A DEXA scan (Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry) is the gold standard for measuring bone mineral density (BMD). It’s a quick, painless, and non-invasive test that helps detect osteopenia (low bone mass) or osteoporosis (fragile bones) before a fracture occurs. Rheumatologists use DEXA scans to: Diagnose bone loss Assess fracture risk Monitor treatment effectiveness over time 📊 Key Numbers on Your DEXA Report Your scan...

08 Sep

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Imagine waking up with stiff, aching fingers and swollen joints — then realizing the same condition also affects your skin. For many people with psoriatic arthritis (PsA), this is daily life. PsA is a complex autoimmune disease that bridges dermatology and rheumatology, and it deserves thoughtful care and attention. At Island Rheumatology, we’re here to help patients understand the links...

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