rheumatology

Why Does Joint Pain Increase During the Rainy Season?

Why Does Joint Pain Increase During the Rainy Season?

Insights from Dr. Vishad Viswanath (Rheumatologist &Immunologist) As the monsoon arrives, many people with arthritis begin to notice the same troubling pattern; increased joint pain, stiffness, and discomfort. “It hurts more when it rains.” For...

May 18, 2026 3:06 pm

Understanding Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)

Understanding Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)

Insights from Dr. Vishad Vishwanath (Rheumatologist & Immunologist) Every year, May 10 is observed as World Lupus Day to raise awareness about lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease that affects thousands of people worldwide. Despite being...

May 9, 2026 12:32 pm

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): The Silent Threat Lurking in Your Veins

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): The Silent Threat Lurking in Your Veins

When we think of blood clots, most people imagine small clumps that form when we get a cut. But sometimes, clots develop deep inside the body — where they can silently travel, block vital blood...

October 13, 2025 8:00 pm

World Arthritis Day 2025: A Message of Strength, Science, and Hope

World Arthritis Day 2025: A Message of Strength, Science, and Hope

October 12 marks World Arthritis Day, a day dedicated to raising global awareness about arthritis and related musculoskeletal conditions that affect millions of people worldwide. Each year, this day reminds us not only of the...

October 11, 2025 8:10 pm

Biologics vs. Biosimilars: What’s Changing in 2025 for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients?

Biologics vs. Biosimilars: What’s Changing in 2025 for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients?

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune condition where your immune system mistakenly attacks your joints, causing pain, stiffness, and swelling. Thankfully, medical science has come a long way in treating RA—not just with painkillers...

June 10, 2025 11:36 am