Fibromyalgia: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Osteoarthritis Risk Factors and Causes You Need to Know About

Osteoarthritis is the most common and well-known type of arthritis. It’s largely a wear-and-tear form of arthritis that happens as a result of damage to or overuse of a joint,…

chronicwoman 03/31/2021

Arthritis Lupus

Could the Weather Affect Lupus Symptoms? New Study Suggests Warm, Humid Weather Does

As the temperature increased, so did the risk of rash, joint inflammation, kidney problems, and other lupus symptoms. Shifts in weather patterns have long been associated with a variety of…

chronicwoman 03/31/2021

Arthritis Rheumatoid Arthritis

Have Asthma or COPD? You Could Have a Higher Risk of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Researchers hope that identifying the link between respiratory issues and RA will result in better ways to prevent or screen for rheumatoid arthritis in people with lung disease. You may…

chronicwoman 03/31/2021

Arthritis Chronic Awareness

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 born. The prospect of pregnancy can be daunting for women with inflammatory arthritis. Not…

chronicwoman 03/31/2021

Arthritis

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 about safety and addiction, lots of people with osteoarthritis (OA) take opioids to address…

chronicwoman 03/31/2021

Arthritis Chronic illness Chronic Pain

22% of U.S. Patients with Arthritis Have ‘High-Impact’ Chronic Pain — Here’s What That Means

New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests that arthritis might be a leading cause of chronic pain in the U.S. Chronic pain can occur for…

chronicwoman 03/31/2021

Arthritis Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Rheumatoid Arthritis

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 inflammation often go hand in hand, especially for people with inflammatory conditions like rheumatoid…

chronicwoman 03/31/2021

Arthritis Fibromyalgia Rheumatoid Arthritis

Nearly 20% of People with Spondyloarthritis Also Have Fibromyalgia, New Data Show

Female patients were much more likely to have a dual diagnosis. Small studies have suggested an overlap between spondyloarthritis (SpA) and fibromyalgia, but now a larger meta-analysis confirms it: About…

chronicwoman 03/31/2021

Arthritis Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Rheumatoid Arthritis

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 most people think about rheumatoid arthritis (RA), they focus on joint pain, swelling, and…

chronicwoman 03/31/2021

Chronic Awareness Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

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, swelling, and a host of other symptoms are all part of my journey with…

chronicwoman 03/31/2021