Dr. Firooezh Motamedi MD

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• Can Lupus Cause Stress and Depression?

  Lupus is an autoimmune disease that targets multiple systems in our body. It is a chronic condition where the patients have to live with the symptoms permanently. It is also a very changeable disease, as patients have to live not knowing when the flare-ups may appear and when they will all subside....

• Rheumatoid Arthritis: What to Expect at a Visit with a Rheumatologist

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  At last, there’s a likelihood for a more effective treatment for those suffering from fibromyalgia. A possible treatment that actually puts a stop to symptoms is on its way. It’s a most unexpected form but a familiar one to the medical community. The Bacille Calmett-Guerin vaccine or BCG is...