Arthropathy in Acromegaly
Articular involvement in acromegaly is one of the most frequent clinical complications and may be present as the earliest symptom in a significant proportion of patients. The involvement of other…
RHEUMATOLOGY
Adrenal Disorders in Rheumatology
Understanding adrenal disorders, whether endogenous or related to glucocorticoid use is important to the day-to-day care of patients with rheumatologic disease. This article addresses diagnosis and treatment of these disorders,…
Rheumatic Manifestations of Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a widespread chronic disease, the complications of which affect several different organ systems. Characterization of the musculoskeletal complications of DM is derived predominantly from observational studies….
Parathyroid Disease
Patients with parathyroid disease can have important musculoskeletal problems. Hypoparathyroidism can cause subcutaneous calcifications, tetany, muscle cramps, and paresthesias, but also myopathies and an ankylosing spondylitis-like back disease. Hypoparathyroidism can…
Osteoporosis and Osteomalacia
Metabolic bone disease is becoming a more recognized disease entity. Endocrine disease often is associated with metabolic bone disease. This article attempts to delineate the current knowledge of osteoporosis and…
Musculoskeletal Manifestations of Thyroid Disease
Disorders of the thyroid gland often present with musculoskeletal signs and symptoms. Conversely, rheumatic diseases are frequently associated with autoimmune thyroid disease. The relationship between thyroid disorders and rheumatic diseases…
Role of Diet in Rheumatic Disease
Millions of people suffer from rheumatic diseases such as gout, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. These can be incapacitating and detrimental to quality of life. Diet, nutrition, and weight loss…
Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate
Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate, components of normal cartilage that are marketed as dietary supplements in the United States, have been evaluated for their potential role in the treatment of osteoarthritis….
Herbal Medicine in the Treatment of Rheumatic Diseases
Herbal medicines are popular, self-prescribed treatments for rheumatic conditions. A recent US survey suggested that approximately 90% of arthritic patients use alternative therapies such as herbal medicines. This article provides…
The State of Research on Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Pediatric Rheumatology
This article reviews available evidence on complementary and alternative medicine in pediatric rheumatology. Despite its common use in pediatric rheumatology (34%–92%), there is still uncertainty as to its efficacy and…
