The prevalence of anti-citrullinated protein antibodies is low in patients with coronary artery disease without RA; in those with RA, C-reactive protein levels may explain the antibody-mortality link.

When John Cush, MD, started treating people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in the 1980s, doctors considered the disease to be caught early if they diagnosed it up to 8 years after patients first ...

Rheumatoid arthritis(RA) is best known for causing pain, inflammation, and swelling in the joints. But, the condition may affect many other parts of your life, including your ability to enjoy sex and ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and acne are both inflammatory conditions. More research is needed to identify a potential connection beyond this. RA can lead to other skin conditions, including rheumatoid ...

Staying hydrated is important for people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) because water helps cushion joints and reduce inflammation, potentially easing discomfort. While drinking water won’t directly ...

Some parts of the eye, such as the white of the eye, or sclera, and the clear structure at the front of the eye, or cornea, also contain collagen. Sometimes, RA affects these tissues as well. Some ...

On February 2, 2024, the voices of many people who have rheumatoid disease will be heard. Rheumatoid disease, also known as rheumatoid arthritis (RA), is an autoimmune condition in which the body ...

NEW YORK — Patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) carry a high risk for cardiovascular events, but mounting clinical evidence suggests they're being undertreated to manage that risk. Rheumatologists ...