Wrist Pain...In the early stages of RA, joint tenderness and mild stiffness are common.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
What Are Rheumatoid Nodules?...For example, a nodule on the bottom of your foot could be easily damaged. In these cases, your doctor may recommend surgical treatment.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis...While RA is known as a joint disease, many other areas of the body are also affected by it.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Medical Review Board...Mandip Panesar, MD, is a nephrologist and the chief medical information officer at Erie County Medical Center (ECMC) in Buffalo, New York.... By Editorial Team 6 min readBookmark for later
Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD)...The blood test will also look for results that could show your symptoms are caused by a different disease.... By Editorial Team 3 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
Hand and Wrist Surgery...In swan neck deformity, the joint farthest from the palm (the distal interphalangeal [DIP] joint) is bent toward the palm (DIP hyperflexion) while the... By Editorial Team 7 min readBookmark for later
Foot and Ankle Surgery...The foot is divided into 3 regions, including the forefoot, mid-foot, and rear- or hind-foot).... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Fish Oil...Side effects of fish oil supplementation are generally mild, such as fishy-tasting burps, upset stomach, and mild diarrhea.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Joint Swelling, Tightness or Stiffness...Traditional disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs), such as methotrexate, or biologic DMARD treatments can help reduce joint inflammation while... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Eyes and Vision...A vision test is recommended when starting hydroxychloroquine and while taking this drug.... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for later
Osteoarthritis...Cartilage serves as a kind of shock absorber inside joints, preventing the ends of bones from rubbing against one another, while absorbing impact from... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Nerve Symptoms...inflammation of joints in the cervical spine is causing nerve compression, treatment may include the use of a neck brace or collar and application of heat or cold... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome...reduced grip strength, the inability to grasp small objects, and decreased nerve sensation (for example, an inability to distinguish between hot and cold... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Environmental risk factors...While there is strong evidence linking smoking and increased risk for RA, it was only recently that smoking was shown to be only a risk factor for RA patients... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Managing Emotional Challenges and Stress...While each type of treatment can provide some relief for depression, the combination works together and can be highly effective.... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for later
Chin up - toughen it out, but with balance!...So chin up, grit your teeth and toughen it out, but with balance, and do check with a doctor if pain increases more than the usual as it By 1lpkg255 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How Your Immune System Works : The Basics...Note that while normally antibodies are positive things that help us fight infection by any number of infectious microorganisms, people with RA and other... By Editorial Team 6 min readBookmark for later
30 Things I’m Grateful for Learning While Having RA and Turning 30...1. The unconditional support of my family and boyfriend 2. The support of my friends 3. The health and happiness of my family and friends 4. My Birkenstocks 5. Hand... By asbra1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
RA Sucks!...I never dreamed this could happen to me!... By gnb29751 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments