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COVID and Your Joints: What to Watch For and When to See a Rheumatologist
New joint pain after COVID? Learn signs of post‑viral inflammation vs autoimmune arthritis and when to see a Denver rheumatologist at UnabridgedMD.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Sep 173 min read


Why We Heal Better Together: The Science of Group Healing for Autoimmune and Chronic Pain
Healing isn’t a solo sport—it’s a team endeavor. Supportive groups can lower pain, reduce flares, and help you stick with the habits that lead to remission. In this post, Dr. Isabelle Amigues explains the science behind group healing—from parasympathetic activation and mirror neurons to the patient–physician alliance—and how to put it into practice with simple, evidence‑based steps.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Sep 102 min read


Understanding Autoinflammatory Syndromes: When the Immune System Creates the Fire
Autoinflammatory syndromes are rare but serious conditions where the immune system triggers inflammation without infection. Learn how to recognize the signs, why early diagnosis matters, and what treatment options are available to help protect long-term health.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Sep 32 min read


More Than a Diagnosis: Rethinking Rheumatologic Care at UnabridgedMD
Too many rheumatology patients are left confused and unsupported. At UnabridgedMD, we do things differently—building your care on partnership, education, and a relentless focus on remission. Our holistic, individualized approach empowers you to reclaim your life and thrive beyond a diagnosis. Discover the difference compassionate, direct-care rheumatology can make.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Aug 73 min read


Healing from Within: Your Guide to Living an Anti-Inflammatory Life
Inflammation is your body’s natural alarm system—helpful in small doses, but harmful when it never shuts off. In this guide, Dr. Isabelle Amigues shares practical, holistic strategies to help you turn down the volume on chronic inflammation. From eating vibrant, whole foods to prioritizing restorative sleep and managing stress, discover how small everyday choices can make a powerful difference in your energy, comfort, and long-term health.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Jul 233 min read


Understanding Lupus: A Rheumatologist’s Perspective
Lupus is often called “the great imitator” because it can affect nearly every organ and mimic many other conditions. While a lupus diagnosis can feel overwhelming, there is real hope: with early diagnosis, personalized treatment, and holistic care, many people living with lupus experience long periods of remission and lead full, active lives. At UnabridgedMD, we blend modern medicine with mind-body healing, supporting you every step of the way.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Jun 183 min read


Understanding Remission in Autoimmune and Rheumatologic Diseases
Learn why remission—not a cure—is the key goal in autoimmune and rheumatologic diseases. Discover what remission means, how it improves quality of life, and why early, strong treatment is critical to stopping inflammation and protecting long-term health.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
May 63 min read


Drug-Induced Lupus: What You Need to Know
Drug-induced lupus is a type of lupus that’s triggered by certain medications. It mimics the symptoms of lupus but is caused by drugs...

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Aug 29, 20242 min read


Why You Should Push to Achieve Remission ASAP
VIDEO: find out why remission should be your goal for your lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, or any other condition ASAP.
UnabridgedMD Staff / Dr. Amigues
Jun 14, 20242 min read


Understanding Lupus Treatment with Stories of Hope and Progress
In our previous blogs, we dove into understanding what lupus is and how it is diagnosed. Today, we are going to talk about managing lupus...

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Apr 9, 20243 min read


Understanding Lupus: How do we diagnose it?
Let's start today with a couple real-life cases to illustrate how lupus can manifest differently in individuals. One patient with low...

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Apr 2, 20242 min read


Navigating Lupus: Symptoms, Treatments, and More
Today we will be talking about lupus, specifically systemic lupus erythematosus. I encountered a patient who had multiple seizures, so...

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Mar 27, 20243 min read


How do rheumatologists think when it comes to the management of your Lupus and what you should know?
Introduction: In this blog we will explore the management of lupus, shedding light on both lifestyle strategies and medications that can...
Isabelle Amigues
Sep 21, 20234 min read
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