THE relation between the thyroid gland and rheumatic disorders has long excited interest. 1–7 In particular, an association between some of the connective-tissue diseases and Hashimoto's ...

Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) and functional neurological disorders (FNDs) share some clinical characteristics such as alexithymia, sensory sensitivity and interoceptive issues. Recent evidence ...

Objectives Autoimmune connective tissue diseases (ACTDs) commonly involve the shoulder joint; however, clinical epidemiological studies investigating their association with tendons are scant. Rotator ...

Here, we present a prospectively planned analysis of the safety and efficacy of riociguat in the subgroup of patients with PAH associated with connective tissue disease (PAH-CTD). Methods Patients ...

Sleeping with the right knee pillow can help ease back and hip pain. See which of our carefully vetted picks is best for your sleep style. Sleeping positions are a part of life that we don’t ...

You may be able to pop your knee by sitting on a chair and performing specific exercises. If you frequently need to pop your knee, speak with a healthcare professional. Cracking, popping ...

such as those with coronary artery disease or chronic kidney disease, cannot take NSAIDs. Depending on the cause of your knee pain, your healthcare provider may recommend physical therapy. A physical ...

Jessica Matthews says she was mistreated due to having borderline personality disorder. For some, the diagnosis of a personality disorder can be a route to treatment and understanding. But others ...

A higher score in the medial compartment was classified as representing predominantly medial disease, a higher score in the lateral compartment was classified as representing predominantly lateral ...

Anti-inflammatory medications are a cornerstone of treatment for mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD) but your diet also is important. Eating foods that suppress inflammation may help prevent ...

She also had an undiagnosed connective tissue disorder which made her susceptible to arterial dissections, which are rare tears in the lining of an artery and can be life-threatening, the inquest ...

However, if your pain is due to an injury or so intense that you can’t bend your knee or put weight on it, talk to your doctor. For those who think the right shoes could do their joints some ...