Arthritis causes joint swelling (inflammation) and joint stiffness. JIA is arthritis that affects 1 or more joints for at least 6 weeks in a child age 16 or younger. Unlike adult rheumatoid arthritis, ...

Menopause and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) may share a connection related to hormones. However, research is mixed. Keep reading to learn more about the connection between menopause and RA ...

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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is challenging to diagnose, especially in the early stage, because the signs and symptoms are similar to many other conditions. Healthcare providers rely on a physical exam, ...

The risk factors of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) include those you might expect, such as age, gender, and genes. But lifestyle factors also influence your chances of developing RA, including smoking and ...

University of Leeds-led research has identified specific changes in the gut microbiome of individuals at risk of rheumatoid arthritis, potentially discovering disease onset mechanisms. Rheumatoid ...

Study: Dynamics of the gut microbiome in individuals at risk of rheumatoid arthritis: a cross-sectional and longitudinal observational study. Image Credit: Alpha Tauri 3D Graphics/Shutterstock.com ...

According to guidelines from the American College of Rheumatology and Arthritis Foundation (ACR/AF), it’s best to try topical gels before pills. Diclofenac (Voltaren) and gels containing ...

There are many medication options for treating rheumatoid arthritis (RA). This includes DMARDs, biologics, immunosuppressants, and JAK inhibitors. Your doctor can recommend the best treatment for you.

Joint pain is the hallmark symptom of rheumatoid arthritis, but this disease can attack healthy tissue throughout the body, in places where you may not expect it. Symptoms that may seem weird or ...