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About Dr. Maggie

Dr. Maggie is a board-certified Rheumatologist, making her an expert on all things joint-related. Her education has resulted in a personal passion for treating your body and joints right in everything from food to workouts. In an effort to help others treat themselves better, she shares her knowledge and advice here, on her blog.

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The Basics of Joint Health

Rheumatology 101

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There are differences between #osteoarthritis (deg There are differences between #osteoarthritis (degeneration of cartilage) and #rheumatoidarthritis (#autoimmunedisease )characterized by joint and bone destruction by #autoantibodies in the immune system. #OA is more prevalent in older individuals and is usually localized to the joints. #RA often involves multiple #organ systems such as the heart and lungs in addition to the joints. OA can affect the distal #interphalangeal joints, base of thumb and proximal interphalangeal joints while RA affects the knuckles (#metacarpal joints) and proximal interphalangeal joints as well as the wrists. OA can have bone proliferation while RA has bone loss or periarticular osteopenia in X-rays. Treatments options are also different for both conditions. Biologics and Disease modifying agents help control RA disease. It is important to know the difference! #DrMaggiecadet
‘Tis the season to be jolly and merry with ones ‘Tis the season to be jolly and merry with ones that you love. During this past weekend I was able to reconnect with some very special people in my life as well as meet new friends. The end of the year is such a memorable time to reflect on the support that we get from our loved ones to make it through another year. We all have our villages that help us get through the daily grind of life but also provide us with laughter, comfort , guidance and love. I couldn’t get through all the tough days without my village. Don’t forget to thank  those special individuals for making life just a little more sweeter and really being such a special gift that keeps on giving. Who makes up your village? 💜 Dr. Maggie #gratitude #drmaggiecadet
While getting ready for the holidays, I’m changi While getting ready for the holidays, I’m changing up my exercise routine and utilizing medicine balls in my workout. My favorite exercises are Squat throws Ball slams Toe taps More exercises to come! #drmaggiecadet 💜
May all of you be safe this holiday and embrace th May all of you be safe this holiday and embrace the time with your families and friends. May you find peace and mindfulness during this time of year. #HappyThanksgiving! Hugs, Dr. Maggie 🦃🦃 #drmaggiecadet
“When you arise in the morning, think of what a “When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive—to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love—then make that day count!” -Steve Maraboli We sometimes take for granted the fact that we fall asleep every night and wake up to start another day or that we put one foot in front of another and keep walking or that we watch the motion of of our expanding chests as we take a breath every second. We sometimes don’t realize the gift of seeing or speaking to loved ones daily or weekly. We forget how the difficult obstacles in our lives have shaped us to challenge ourselves and become stronger human beings. Every moment in life is precious. Embrace every second even when things are hard or not ideal 💜Dr. Maggie #gratitude #drmaggiecadet
Should I worry if I have a positive ANA? A posit Should I worry if I have a positive ANA? A positive test can mean that there are specific proteins called #autoantibodies in your body. These proteins or #antibodies can mistakenly identify normal parts of your body as foreign and attack the body in some cases. These antibodies can target normal proteins in the nucleus of a cell therefore being identified as antinuclear antibodies. Most individuals have some small levels of autoantibodies but when present in large amounts, these antinuclear antibodies can trigger the immune response resulting in disease like #lupus, #scleroderma, #Rheumatoid #Arthritis Sjogren’s syndrome and other connective tissue diseases. According to the American College of Rheumatology, the prevalence of ANAs in healthy individuals is approximately 3-15%. It is important to know that a positive ANA doesn’t always mean there is presence of an #autoimmunedisease or that treatment needs to be started. ANA can be seen in -Viral illness -Thyroid disease -Prescription medications -Malignancy If you have a positive ANA, DON’T PANIC! Have a #rheumatologist take a history and do a physical exam and more specific testing for autoimmune diseases. The ANA titers can also be monitored over time if there are no clinical symptoms. Have you been identified as having a +ANA? #drmaggiecadet 💜

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