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Subcategories:Axial SpondyloarthritisClinical Criteria/GuidelinesGout and Crystalline ArthritisMyositisOsteoarthritis and Bone DisordersOther Rheumatic ConditionsPain SyndromesPediatric ConditionsPsoriatic ArthritisRheumatoid ArthritisSjögren’s DiseaseSoft Tissue PainSystemic Lupus ErythematosusSystemic SclerosisVasculitis

Osteonecrosis of the Jaw

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Osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) is a condition in which an area of jawbone is not covered by the gums that has lasted for more than eight weeks. ONJ occurs when a facial bone begins to starve from a permanent or temporary lack of blood. As the name indicates—with osteo meaning bone and necrosis meaning death—the bone begins to die, causing pain and deterioration.

The Brain in Lupus

Michael Lockshin, MD, and Liza Kozora, PhD  |  

The Mary Kirkland Center lupus conference offers insight into cognitive aspects of SLE

Antiphospholipid Syndrome

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Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is an autoimmune disease associated with frequent clotting in arteries and veins and fetal losses. The clotting results from the presence of proteins in the blood—called antiphospholipid autoantibodies (aPL)—formed against the person’s own tissues.

The RA Body Connection

Terry Hartnett  |  

Novel research explores a possible link between BMI and RA

Safety First

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Phase 1 clinical trials present recruitment challenges for rheumatology researchers

Opportunities Abound at Annual Meeting

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The 2008 ACR/ARHP Annual Scientific Meeting will offer multiple opportunities for attendees to increase their knowledge of rheumatic diseases. New educational programs and returning favorites will give attendees multiple chances to enhance their education and make good use of their time at the meeting.