As the temperature increased, so did the risk of rash, joint inflammation, kidney problems, and other … Could the Weather Affect Lupus Symptoms? New Study Suggests Warm, Humid Weather DoesRead more
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If You’re in Remission on a DMARD for Rheumatoid Arthritis, Should You Taper? Here’s What New Research Says
New data compares what happens when the dosage of DMARDs such as methotrexate is tapered or … If You’re in Remission on a DMARD for Rheumatoid Arthritis, Should You Taper? Here’s What New Research SaysRead more
Good News for Pregnant Women with Arthritis: Most Babies Exposed to Biologics in Utero Don’t Get Serious Infections
Although biologics cross the placenta, research shows they lead to few infections in babies after they’re … Good News for Pregnant Women with Arthritis: Most Babies Exposed to Biologics in Utero Don’t Get Serious InfectionsRead more
Here’s More Data That Suggests We Shouldn’t Use Opioids to Treat Osteoarthritis Pain
Surprisingly, stronger opioids were the worst at relieving pain in a new multi-study analysis. Despite concerns … Here’s More Data That Suggests We Shouldn’t Use Opioids to Treat Osteoarthritis PainRead more
This Is Important for RA Patients to Know: Taming Inflammation Doesn’t Always Alleviate Pain
“This may have implications for management decisions beyond treating to disease activity targets alone.” Pain and … This Is Important for RA Patients to Know: Taming Inflammation Doesn’t Always Alleviate PainRead more
30% of RA Patients Don’t See Fatigue Improve After Starting Treatment
And a few factors seemed to be responsible, including being obese and also having fibromyalgia. When … 30% of RA Patients Don’t See Fatigue Improve After Starting TreatmentRead more
The 5 Ways My Artwork Helps Me Cope with My Multiple Chronic Diseases
‘Art enables me to face my body and my life with courage.’ Chronic 24/7 pain, fatigue, … The 5 Ways My Artwork Helps Me Cope with My Multiple Chronic DiseasesRead more
Medical Marijuana for Arthritis: Does Legal Status Affect Whether Patients Use It — or Talk to Their Doctor About It?
No matter who you talk to in the chronic pain, arthritis, and musculoskeletal disease community — … Medical Marijuana for Arthritis: Does Legal Status Affect Whether Patients Use It — or Talk to Their Doctor About It?Read more
These Are the Methotrexate Side Effects That Make Arthritis Patients Stop Taking It
Methotrexate (MTX) is considered a “first-line” therapy for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and is also used to … These Are the Methotrexate Side Effects That Make Arthritis Patients Stop Taking ItRead more
The Arthritis Symptoms That Matter to Patients May Not Always Be the Ones They Discuss with Their Doctor
One of the main reasons people with arthritis visit the rheumatologist frequently — every three months … The Arthritis Symptoms That Matter to Patients May Not Always Be the Ones They Discuss with Their DoctorRead more