The DAS28 Disease Activity Score May Be Inaccurate in Older Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
January 2, 2020
Many aspects of the DAS28 increase with age, and patients and doctors need to be aware of this.
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19 Tips to Sleep Better with Back Pain at Night from Arthritis
January 2, 2020
Not being able to sleep well at night because of nocturnal back pain can turn your whole life upside down. This advice can help you start sleeping soundly again.
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Hypothyroidism and Arthritis: Understanding the Link
January 1, 2020
Research has shown people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are more likely to develop a thyroid condition, such as hypothyroidism.
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The Connection Between Alcohol and Gout: How Does Drinking Alcohol Affect Gout?
December 31, 2019
Is a little alcohol ever safe if you have gout? Find out what science and experts have to say.
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If You Exercise Regularly, You Could Reduce Reduce Your Risk of Rheumatoid Arthritis by 33%
December 31, 2019
Women who got seven hours of recreational activity each week were much less likely to develop RA over the course of more than two decades compared with women who were sedentary.
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Having Lupus Can Raise Your Risk of Hip Fracture by More Than 60% (So Protecting Your Bone Health Is Key)
December 30, 2019
Taking corticosteroid medication plays a role, but it seems that inflammation from the disease itself also affects bone health.
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Does Humidity Make Your Joints Hurt? Here’s Why, and What to Do About It
December 30, 2019
People with arthritis often notice a connection between humidity or temperature and joint pain symptoms. Here’s what you need to know.
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Understanding the Progression of Non-Radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis
December 27, 2019
Non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis doesn’t necessarily progress into ankylosing spondylitis.
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Here’s Why I Stopped Making New Year’s Resolutions After Having Rheumatoid Arthritis
December 26, 2019
‘I know my body will need rest after the holiday marathon. So why should I stress over making New Year’s resolutions I know I will end up breaking or struggle to even begin?’
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Your Rheumatologist Cares More About Your Patient-Reported Symptoms than Test Results
December 24, 2019
Almost half of doctors surveyed said that patient-reported symptoms were crucial in guiding treatment decisions.
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