In general, rheumatoid arthritis and higher BMI each increase risk for cardiovascular disease and events. This large cohort study suggested, however, that the relationship between BMI and ...

Increasing wildfire incidence, along with greater overall air pollution, may be contributing to risks for rheumatoid arthritis and RA-associated interstitial lung disease, according to findings ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) commonly causes joint pain, swelling, and inflammation. However, some people with RA will develop skin rashes. These can occur due to hives, vasculitis, and many other ...

Body mass index (BMI) influenced cardiovascular risk in rheumatoid arthritis (RA), with the effects varying according to anti–citrullinated protein antibody (ACPA) status and use of biologics.

Rheumatoid arthritis isn’t currently curable. But treatments can help manage symptoms, improve quality of life, support movement, and slow disease progression. Speak to a doctor about which ...

Research has associated high salt intake with greater inflammation and an increased risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis. Salt is used as a preservative in many canned goods, including vegetables, ...

The most common side effects of Cequa (cyclosporine) include eye pain when putting in drops and bloodshot eyes. If Cequa’s side effects become difficult to tolerate, ask your doctor about coping ...

What Is Bone Marrow Edema? Bone marrow edema (BME) is when fluid builds up in your bone marrow. Your doctor may call it bone marrow lesions. The most common locations for it are your: Hip Knee ...

Background One-third of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients treated with biological therapy show lack of response. The use of predictive biomarkers to identify responders to treatment may provide ...