Hi, Dr. Amigues here. If you’re reading this, chances are you’re facing uncertainty—maybe a new diagnosis, a tough decision, or just the weight of not knowing what comes next. I’ve been there myself, both as a doctor and as a patient. Fear is real, and it’s human. But what I’ve learned—through my own journey with cancer and in caring for so many patients—is that when we acknowledge our fear, it loses its grip. We don’t have to let fear shrink our lives. Instead, we can use it

Let’s talk about mixed connective tissue disorder (MCTD), a fascinating and complex condition within the realm of rheumatologic...