Author: OARC Editorial Team

Normal uric acid ranges for Indians by age group, how high uric acid causes gout, and when to see a rheumatologist. Includes diet tips and FAQ.

Persistent dry eyes and dry mouth are easy to write off as dehydration, air conditioning, or “just getting older.” But when both symptoms show up together and persist for months, they can be the first sign of Sjögren’s syndrome — an autoimmune condition that is under-recognised in India, often diagnosed years after symptoms first appear,…

“Doctor, will this go away completely?” is one of the first questions almost every newly diagnosed arthritis patient asks. The honest answer depends entirely on which type of arthritis is involved — and getting a clear picture of what is and isn’t true matters, because misinformation about arthritis leads patients to either give up too…

In Odisha, as across most of India, arthritis patients are often caught between two worlds: the family elder recommending an Ayurvedic panchakarma course, and a doctor recommending methotrexate or a biologic. Patients frequently ask us directly — should I try Ayurveda first, or start modern treatment right away? Can they be combined? The honest, evidence-based…

“Is it just wear and tear, or is my immune system attacking my joints?” This is one of the most common questions patients bring to OARC. Osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) both cause joint pain and stiffness, and both can affect the same joints — hands, knees, hips. But they are fundamentally different diseases,…

Lupus is often missed because its early signs mimic other conditions. Here are the warning signs worth a rheumatology evaluation.

Joint pain doesn’t always mean an orthopedic problem. Learn the signs that point to an autoimmune cause and when to see a rheumatologist instead.

Even Odisha’s mild winters can worsen arthritis stiffness and pain. Here’s why cold weather affects joints, and practical steps that help.

If you have psoriasis and joint pain, they may be linked. Learn the early signs of psoriatic arthritis and why catching it early protects your joints.