MCTD symptoms usually occur one after the other over time; it is difficult to give an accurate diagnosis of MCTD. Waiting for a precise diagnosis may take several years. Diagnosis may be based on thorough clinical examination, investigation of patient’s medical history, blood tests specialized in...
Diagnosis Treatment Summary Lupus and fibromyalgia are both chronic, rheumatic conditions that can share similar symptoms. In some cases, it is possible for a person to have both conditions at the same time. Lupus is long-term autoimmune disease. This term describes when the immune system mistak...
Porto-sinusoidal vascular disorder (PSVD) encompasses a group of vascular disorders characterized by lesions involving the portal venules and sinusoids, independent of the presence of PH, in which a liver biopsy is essential for the diagnosis [3]. To confirm PSVD, there must be at least one ...
is the president of the Rheumatoid Patient Foundation. Through her writing and speaking, she builds a more accurate awareness of rheumatoid disease (RD) aka rheumatoid arthritis (RA) geared toward the public and medical community; creates ways to empower patients to advocate for improved diagnosis ...