Brenda, 60, is in rheumatoid arthritis remission—but her journey to this point has been winding. After experiencing painful and swollen joints for several months, Brenda was diagnosed with rheumatoid ...

A link between rheumatoid arthritis and appendicitis has been investigated before, but newer research has not confirmed these findings. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease where the immune ...

Share on Pinterest Recent evidence suggests that the gut plays a key role in rheumatoid arthritis. Image credit: koganami studio/Stocksy. A recent review of studies on gut dysbiosis (imbalanced gut) ...

Being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis can be a pivotal moment in your life. You may need to make some lifestyle changes or take a temporary break from certain activities while finding a treatment ...

Managing symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis may require trying different medicines to see what works best for you and your symptoms. The approval of Xeljanz has led to changes in how rheumatoid ...

Recent research explores how gut microbiome imbalances contribute to rheumatoid arthritis, and how dietary interventions could be key to reducing inflammation and improving patient outcomes. Study: ...

Rheumatoid arthritis is one of the most common immune-mediated diseases. Its primary manifestation is inflammatory arthritis characterized by symmetric, polyarticular pain and swelling, typically ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can lead to a metabolic state called rheumatoid cachexia, or muscle wasting. This form of cachexia happens when your body loses muscle mass and keeps fat mass. Your body ...

While the exact cause of rheumatoid arthritis is unknown, genetics play a significant role, with the HLA-DR4 gene increasing the risk. However, most people with RA are the only ones in their family ...

On February 2, 2024, the voices of many people who have rheumatoid disease will be heard. Rheumatoid disease, also known as rheumatoid arthritis (RA), is an autoimmune condition in which the body ...