The Role of Inflammation in axSpA and Its Comorbidities

In episode 2 of this season, Naomi and her guests discuss the comorbidities associated with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA). Dr Arupam Raman is a rheumatologist at South by Southwest Specialists in Gledswood Hills, NSW. She also holds a Master of Medicine (Internal Medicine) from the University of Sydney, further strengthening her expertise in managing complex conditions and delivering evidence-based care. Dr Raman is actively involved in medical education and contributes to the ongoing development of rheumatology treatment approaches. Dr Raman outlines the most common comorbidities associated with axSpA, including hypertension, obstructive sleep apnoea, fibromyalgia and depression. She looks at the role of inflammatory cytokines and risk factors in developing comorbidities and believes patients should be screened for such conditions so they can be managed proactively. Naomi is also delighted to talk with Cherie Cleland and Shayne Van Der Heide from Episode 1 again. Cherie and Shayne both live with comorbid conditions and openly share how they manage these conditions alongside their axSpA. Finally, they reflect on the ups and downs of talking to family and friends about their conditions.We want to hear what you think. Send your comments in the form of an email, video, or audio clip of yourself to [email protected] Meet the Team Host: Naomi Creek, National Coordinator at CreakyJoints Australia. A podcast episode produced by Ben Blanc, Director, Digital Production and Engagement at GHLF. This third season of Patient PrepRheum is produced by the non-profit Global Healthy Living Foundation, its arthritis patient community CreakyJoints Australia, and made possible with support from UCB Australia. For more information, visit the CreakyJoints Australia website at creakyjoints.org.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.