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Uzma Haque, MD

Rheumatoid Arthritis Lifestyle Options

Rheumatoid Arthritis Lifestyle Options

Exercise, eating well, and speaking openly with a rheumatologist can help prevent flares and strengthen joints. In our final episode on Rheumatoid Arthritis, Dr. Uzma Haque, a physician at the Johns Hopkins Arthritis Center, talks about the dangers of elimination diets and the benefits of stretching and exercise.

Rheumatoid Arthritis Diagnosis

Rheumatoid Arthritis Diagnosis

Sitting down and listening to a patient’s story is the first step in diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis. While swollen joints are a large indicator of Rheumatoid Arthritis, there are many other symptoms, such as fatigue, anxiety and depression, and stiffness. Doctors are diagnosing Rheumatoid Arthritis much earlier now, to prevent joint damage and begin treatment as soon as possible. In this video, Dr. Uzma Haque, a physician at the Johns Hopkins Arthritis Center, explains the diagnosis process of Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Rheumatoid Arthritis Signs & Symptoms

Rheumatoid Arthritis Signs & Symptoms

The onset of Rheumatoid Arthritis is very gradual. Often the symptoms are worse in the morning and improve as the day goes on. Because of inflammation, many patents experience restlessness at night and can have flu-like fatigue, fevers, and aches. In this video, Dr. Uzma Haque, a physician at the Johns Hopkins Arthritis Center, discusses the signs and symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Rheumatoid Arthritis Disease Overview

Rheumatoid Arthritis Disease Overview

Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease that not only affects the joints, but the whole immune system. Many patients who have Rheumatoid Arthritis also experience fatigue, dry eyes and mouth, shortness of breath, and skin problems. The good news is, with the advancement of Rheumatoid Arthritis treatments, many patients can live a healthy, normal life. In this episode, Dr. Uzma Haque, a physician at the Johns Hopkins Arthritis Center, explains the effects of Rheumatoid Arthritis, and the misconceptions many have about it.

RA Flares: Tips on Self-managing a Flare

RA Flares: Tips on Self-managing a Flare

Dr. Uzma Haque goes over some self-management techniques to help alleviate the symptoms of a flare.

RA Flares: What Triggers a Rheumatoid Arthritis Flare?

RA Flares: What Triggers a Rheumatoid Arthritis Flare?

Knowing the possible Rheumatoid Arthritis triggers can be helpful in preventing an RA flare up. Dr. Uzma Haque talks about the triggers her patients have told her about as well as what a patient should do when they are about to flare up.

Rheumatoid Arthritis Flares: An Introduction

Rheumatoid Arthritis Flares: An Introduction

Through research, doctors have a clearer understanding of how flares can impact a patient on a personal and emotional level. Dr. Uzma Haque breaks down what an RA Flare could look like and what some possible triggers could include.

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