Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and steroids (see Corticosteroid Therapy) can be useful for acute pain relief in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). In osteoarthritis, studies have ...

A recent study evaluating the use of non-infused biologics in patients diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis demonstrated that patients who are adherent to their non-infused RA biologic medication are ...

Peripheral neuropathy can develop as a complication of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). You may find similar treatments for both, but your doctor is best equipped to determine what medications may work for ...

Hydroxychloroquine, initially a malaria treatment, may help with autoimmune conditions like RA by modulating the immune system and reducing inflammation. RA symptoms may improve within 2 months of ...

Treatment for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) has come a long way in recent years, and a battery of antirheumatic medications can in many cases successfully stymy the inflammatory cells that cause swelling ...

Dr. Beth Jonas answers the question: 'Anti-TNF Meds For Rheumatoid Arthritis?' — -- Question: What are anti-tumor necrosis factor (anti-TNF) medications and how are they used to treat rheumatoid ...

Treating rheumatoid arthritis (RA) typically means taking drugs to address the inflammatory process that leads to joint pain in RA. These drugs may be taken by mouth, or by injection or infusion. But ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) may cause hair loss due to medications, other autoimmune diseases, or stress. Learn about the causes and remedies to manage hair thinning linked to RA.