Author: Kim Zapata

Metabolic bone diseases affect the strength of the bones. These can cause brittle and weak bones that break easily. There are numerous types of metabolic bone disease, but Osteoporosis is the most common. Rickets is another common metabolic bone disease that is found in children and results in bones that…

Gout is one of the oldest and most painful forms of Arthritis. It affects roughly 3.9 percent of adults in the United States, amounts to approximately 8.3 million people. This condition can cause sporadic bouts of pain in the joints and in areas where Gout materializes. We will answer the…

Lupus is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the immune system. Also known as systemic lupus erythematosus, it can affect the joints, the skin or the organs. Lupus is a serious condition that requires care and supervision from a physician for effective management. We will answer the question, "What is lupus?",…

Bursitis and Tendinitis both can cause discomfort and pain, and make it difficult for you to perform certain activities. Bursitis and Tendinitis also tend to become worse as you age. Many people mistakenly choose to "wait and see" if these conditions improve. However, they don't tend to improve without some…

Being able to wake up in the morning and move around without pain and discomfort is something that most people take for granted. When dealing with debilitating musculoskeletal diseases like Giant Cell Arteritis and Polymyalgia Rheumatica, rising with little to no pain is rare. Therefore, we will discuss the connection…

Osteoporosis literally means "porous bones." It is a condition in which the bones become thinner and weaker and, thus, more liable to break. Therefore, we will discuss Osteoporosis treatments and the benefits. Osteoporosis Treatments Osteoporosis causes about two million fractures ever year. Most such fractures involve the wrist, spin or…

Back pain is one of the most comment ailments. It interferes with work, reduces your ability to enjoy life and may lead to complications that can worsen the pain. Back pain is such a prevalent condition that roughly half of all Americans suffer from it each year. By better understanding…

Arthritis is actually not a disease; it is a description of about 100 diseases that affect the joints and cause pain, stiffness and deformity. It is the most common cause of disability in the U.S. and has been diagnosed in over 50 million adults and 300,000 children. Although arthritis can affect…

Rheumatology is a sub-specialty of internal medicine that concentrates on diagnosing and treating people with autoimmune disorders and joint diseases such as arthritis. A rheumatologist is a medical doctor who treats such conditions. If you are looking for a highly qualified, experienced and skilled rheumatologist in Bryan/College Station or the…

It can be easy to assume that the blood vessels in your body will always function as they should. You may assume that nothing can impact their performance or integrity. In fact, Vasculitis is a serious illness that specifically target's your body's blood vessels. Therefore, our doctors here at AOCBV…