Imaging Tests to Diagnose and Track Rheumatoid Arthritis...For years, X-rays were the only imaging test available to diagnose and monitor the progress of RA.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Mary Sophia Hawks...Her internist checked her RF and ANA levels, and they were all normal.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Other Types of Arthritis...Osteoarthritis gradually wears down cartilage found at the end of your bones.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Rob Osberg...Rob and Lisa solidified their partnership when they were happily married in 2012. Rob enjoys hiking, reading, and table-top gaming.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
What Is Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?...RA can cause the ends of your bones that face a joint to wear down, causing erosions. Your doctor will be able to see this wear from an... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Janeil Whitworth...Janeil’s greatest joy and challenge are taking care of their sweet yet wild three-year-old son, Fenn.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Vitamin D...Side effects from high doses of vitamin D were generally mild. ... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Cynthia Ventura...There were no Biologics then and not much was known about RA, cytokines, pathways or mediators but further tests confirmed the diagnosis.... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for later
Racquel H. Dozier...At the prime of her life, Racquel and her family had relocated to a new state with a young child and were enjoying life to the fullest.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health...A third option is using online mental health resources to find care in your area.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Nothing’s News...Time is linear, but perspective gives it a third dimension, one with depth.... By Sophieh3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil)...It is derived from quinine and cinchonine, which were originally taken from the bark of the cinchona tree found in Peru.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Surgical Techniques for RA...Over time, prosthetic joints can wear out. For instance, hips may last for 10 to 15 years, while knees may last up to 20 years.... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for later
Sulfasalazine (Azulfidine EN-tabs)...It is important to avoid unnecessary or prolonged exposure to sunlight and to wear protective clothing, sunscreen, and sunglasses, as sulfasalazine may... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Fish Oil...of fish oils in combination with triple disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD) treatment (methotrexate, sulfasalazine and hydroxychloroquine) were... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Lung Diseases and RA...In one study, 16% of non-smoking RA patients were found to have some airway obstruction, a rate much higher than that seen in individuals in the general... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Lung Diseases and Conditions...In one study, 16% of non-smoking RA patients were found to have some airway obstruction, a rate much higher than that seen in individuals without RA in... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Fibromyalgia...The term fibromyalgia comes from the Latin word “fibro” meaning “fibrous tissue” and the Greek words “myo” meaning “muscle” and “algia” meaning “pain.”... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
RA and Women’s Health...Rates of RA increased dramatically for women during the third and fourth decades of life. ... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
What Are Rheumatoid Nodules?...Unfortunately, nodules sometimes grow back at the same place they were removed.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
