Subcutaneous nodules occur in 20 to 25 per cent of all patients with rheumatoid arthritis and more often in those with the classic form of the disease. The pathogenesis of the nodule is not known, but ...

THE broadening spectrum of rheumatoid disease is presenting new diagnostic problems for the clinician. This report is based on our investigation of obscure lung disease accompanied by migratory ...

RA can directly or indirectly cause skin issues, such as nodules, discoloration, easy bruising, dryness, and slow-healing wounds. RA treatments like biologics, NSAIDs, and corticosteroids can lead to ...

RA-ILD significantly increases mortality, with a median survival of less than 3 years post-diagnosis. Key risk factors include male gender, older age, smoking, pulmonary comorbidities, rheumatoid ...

Dr. Ruderman answers the question: 'Rheumatoid Vs. Osteoarthritis Symptoms?' — -- Question: How do symptoms differ when comparing osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis? Answer: Rheumatoid ...

The hallmark symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are painful, stiff, and swollen joints, but this autoimmune condition can damage other tissues and organs as well, including the body's largest organ ...

Excisional biopsy is diagnostic but not therapeutic, and recurrence after biopsy has been reported in up to 75% of children. Complications of excisional biopsy for diagnosis include scar formation and ...

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disorder causing inflammation of synovial joints, leading to pain, stiffness, ...

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 ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) commonly causes fatigue and pain, stiffness, and swelling in your joints. Roughly 40% of people also experience one or more symptoms in areas outside the joint. These ...

Some medications used to treat RA symptoms and slow disease progression can also cause skin reactions. Keep reading to understand how the same mechanisms that cause joint issues in RA can also affect ...