A recently identified autoimmune disorder, antiphospholipid antibody syndrome (APS) mainly affects young women between age 30 and 40. Those affected by APS may otherwise be healthy or have an underlying disease such as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
Letters to the Editor
Feedback from our Readers
Another Question, Dear Readers
You wowed me with your gout suggestions—now let’s talk quality
Clinical Cutting Edge
Updates on Sjogren’s syndrome, myositis, and vasculitis
Difficult Gout
“Grandpapa’s Torments” was the Rodnan Commemorative Gout Print featured at the 2005 ACR/ARHP Annual Scientific Meeting.
Science from our Sisters
Recommended reading from A&R and AC&R
Reading Rheum
Handpicked Reviews of Contemporary Literature
State-of-the-Art Care for Your Practice
Clinical updates from the ACR Symposium
Free Lupus CD
The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases is offering a free CD entitled “Lupus and Other Related Information for You and Your Patients.” The CD contains Lupus: A Patient Guide for Nurses and Other Health Professionals, 3rd Edition.
Reactive Arthritis
Reactive arthritis is highlighted this month in our ongoing series on patient education materials.