Subcutaneous nodules occur in 20 to 25 per cent of all patients with rheumatoid arthritis and more often in those with the classic form of the disease. The pathogenesis of the nodule is not known, but ...

THE broadening spectrum of rheumatoid disease is presenting new diagnostic problems for the clinician. This report is based on our investigation of obscure lung disease accompanied by migratory ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic autoimmune illness. It is the result of the body’s immune system producing antibodies against its own antigens, causing damage to the target organs. Like most ...

Researchers in Sweden have confirmed that ever having smoked is a strong risk factor for the early development of rheumatoid nodules. Their nested, case–control study found that rheumatoid factor (RF) ...

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 ...

Mayo Clinic epidemiologists have found that the systemic inflammation characterizing rheumatoid arthritis may be to blame for the increased risk of cardiovascular death in patients with the disease.

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 ...

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 ...

Diagnosing rheumatoid arthritis involves a comprehensive approach, as there isn’t a single definitive test. Instead, doctors use a combination of blood tests, physical assessments, joint scans, and ...

Arthritis is incredibly common in the US. In fact, over 50 million Americans currently have the inflammatory condition which affects your joints — the places where your bones connect. And although you ...

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 ...