Early detection and treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA; within 12 weeks of symptom onset) results in lower treatment-related costs over 5 years compared with later diagnosis. The study enrolled 431 ...

A 26-year-old female patient presented to her physician complaining of polyarthritis. The presentation and distribution of her complaint are suggestive of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Laboratory exam ...

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disease of the joints. Learn about joint pain, swelling and other symptoms, how to diagnose rheumatoid arthritis, and medications used to treat it.

Whether you are seeking information for yourself or a loved one, read on to learn more about the disease and how to better understand its signs and symptoms. Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory ...

The immune system produces anti-citrullinated protein antibodies (ACPAs) to target citrullinated proteins. ACPAs can help doctors diagnose early rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and predict how likely it is ...

Rheumatoid arthritis is associated with an atypical immune response called a type 3 hypersensitivity reaction. This reaction happens due to immune complexes in the body. It can be treated by ...