by Dr. Gabriel Freitas | 05/26/2025 | Autoimmune Diseases
Scleroderma is a rare, chronic autoimmune disease characterized by the hardening and thickening of the skin. It may also affect internal organs. The name comes from the Greek words sclero (hard) and derma (skin), reflecting one of the condition’s most typical...
by Dr. Gabriel Freitas | 05/23/2025 | Autoimmune Diseases
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic inflammatory disease that primarily affects the spine. It can cause persistent pain, stiffness, and, in more advanced cases, fusion of the vertebrae—compromising spinal mobility. Although relatively rare, it is one of the...
by Dr. Gabriel Freitas | 05/11/2025 | Autoimmune Diseases
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease that primarily affects the joints but can also impact other body systems. Unlike osteoarthritis, which is related to joint wear over time, RA results from an immune system imbalance, causing it to...
by Dr. Gabriel M. Freitas | 03/15/2025 | Autoimmune Diseases
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic and complex autoimmune disease characterized by widespread inflammation that can affect multiple organs and tissues. It predominantly affects young and middle-aged women and poses significant challenges for both patients...