Neck pain can be one of the effects of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). In the highest risk group (male sex, positive rheumatoid factor, longstanding and erosive joint disease), up to 80% of individuals ...
A rheumatoid factor (RF) test is a blood test that can help diagnose rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The test measures the amount of rheumatoid factor in your blood. Rheumatoid factor is an autoantibody ...
In recent years treatment with powerful biologic and targeted synthetic therapies has changed the landscape for arthritis, but currently finding the right treatment for each person is a matter of ...
Diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis? Here’s what you need to know to take control. Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA) affects men and women equally, and it usually develops after age 30. Psoriasis and PsA both ...
Postmenopausal women, particularly those who experience early menopause, may have a higher risk for developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA), according to a review published online Sept. 30 in BMC ...
Arthritis can make everyday activities challenging, with pain, stiffness, and swelling often affecting the joints. For the millions of people living with arthritis, finding relief is essential for ...