Rheumatoid arthritis (also referred to by its acronym, RA) is, as anyone who has it will tell you, a painfully debilitating condition that takes a serious toll on the joints according to Mayo Clinic. Not only does it impact the joints, but it can cause damage to other organs and tissues […]
Rheumatoid Arthritis
What is the best alternative treatment for rheumatoid arthritis?
Manage Your Physical and Emotional Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms at Home Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects as many as 1.3 million people in the United States, according to the Rheumatoid Arthritis Support Network, and women are up to 3 times more likely to develop this autoimmune disease. People can develop this type of […]
Is rheumatoid arthritis considered a disability?
The Arthritis Foundation defines rheumatoid arthritis (RA) as a joint disease caused by the immune system attacking the joints. It is therefore considered an autoimmune disorder like lupus or multiple sclerosis. In rheumatoid arthritis, the immune system attacks the synovium, a tissue that lines the inside of the joints and produces a […]
Myths Of Fibromyalgia and Rheumatoid Arthritis Disability
The similarities and differences between Fibromyalgia and Rheumatoid Arthritis Fibromyalgia and rheumatoid arthritis disability Some of the most mysterious medical conditions have a lot of myths behind them. Some of the most notable diseases that fall in this category are Rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia. What do we know about their […]
Can You Have Lupus and Rheumatoid Arthritis at the Same Time?
Lupus and rheumatoid arthritis are two rare autoimmune diseases. These diseases have distinctive causes, but there is a great deal of overlap in both their symptoms and the way they affect a person’s health. Some people with one of these diseases notice that they have symptoms more consistent with other […]
What is the difference between fibromyalgia and rheumatoid arthritis?
The Important Similarities and Differences Between Fibromyalgia and Rheumatoid Arthritis When medical conditions present similar symptoms, a diagnosis can take weeks or months of extensive testing. This is particularly true of conditions that cause muscle and joint pain. Proper diagnosis is essential to developing an effective treatment plan. Rheumatoid arthritis […]