Not all joint pain is created equal. From osteoarthritis to inflammatory and crystal arthritis, understanding the unique patterns behind your symptoms is key to finding real relief. In this post, Dr. Isabelle Amigues explains how to spot the differences between common arthritis types—and why the right diagnosis matters for your long-term joint health.

When living with chronic illness or autoimmune disease, true healing often starts in the mind. Shifting your mindset can open new doors to remission, self-compassion, and lasting wellness—beyond just medications and lab results.

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.

Discover practical strategies to reduce the cost of rheumatology medications without compromising on care. Learn how tools like GoodRx, patient assistance programs, and biosimilars can help lower expenses, while maximizing insurance benefits. At UnabridgedMD, we prioritize personalized, holistic care to help patients achieve remission and live their best lives.

Let’s discuss something that affects nearly every aspect of health—sleep—and its connection to autoimmune disorders. This topic is both exciting and deeply personal because sleep plays a crucial role in how the body heals and functions, particularly when managing chronic inflammation.

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At UnabridgedMD, my goal is to empower patients through education. I want you to truly understand what’s happening in your body so you...

Today we’re diving into an important topic that affects many patients: What happens when you feel that you have an autoimmune or...

If you’ve recently been told that your ANA test came back positive, you might be feeling a little anxious or overwhelmed. At...

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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be challenging to manage, but it’s important to recognize that this condition varies significantly from...

If you've recently had a blood test that showed a positive antinuclear antibody (ANA) or another autoantibody, you might be wondering...

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Why joint pain develops is a crucial subject because understanding the underlying causes of joint pain can guide you toward the right...

Joint pain is a common complaint among patients, and distinguishing between different types of arthritis is crucial for proper treatment....

If you've been diagnosed with a rheumatologic condition like rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you've probably heard the term "DMARDs." But what...