Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disorder causing inflammation of synovial joints, leading to pain, stiffness, swelling, and deformities. Early diagnosis with tests like RF and anti-CCP, ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and acne are both inflammatory conditions. More research is needed to identify a potential connection beyond this. RA can lead to other skin conditions, including rheumatoid ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease that is characterized by inflammation of synovial joints and often leads to progressive joint damage, functional disability and systemic ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a condition in which the body's own immune system attacks the joints. This causes swollen, stiff, and painful (inflamed) joints, especially in the hands and feet. Over ...

Two distinguishing features of long-standing RA are “swan neck” deformities and boutonniere deformities of the fingers (Figure 1). 3 Swan neck deformities develop with hyperextension of the PIP joint ...

With 1.3 million Americans living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you probably know someone who has the condition. Specifically, you probably know a woman living with RA, given that we are up to three ...

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 ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is often associated with joint pain, swelling, and stiffness, but did you know it can also have hidden symptoms that many people overlook? This chronic autoimmune disease ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can impact oral health by increasing the risk of periodontal disease, TMJ, and dry mouth, which can lead to cavities and other dental concerns. RA and certain RA medications ...

Amsterdam – Rheumatoid arthritis patients who are on standard methotrexate therapy may benefit from the addition of the biologic treatment, ENBREL* (etanercept), according to new data from a one-year, ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is one of the most common autoimmune diseases. It happens when your body makes antibodies that attack synovial joint fluid and cause long-term inflammation as well as damage ...

Can rheumatoid arthritis affect your lungs? Answer From April Chang-Miller, M.D. Although rheumatoid arthritis primarily affects joints, it sometimes also causes lung disease. Occasionally, lung ...