Early Signs Of Arthritis
A British rheumatoid arthritis (RA) specialist says people who show the early signs of the disease and fail to seek treatment may be risking not only their joints but their lives. Statistics suggest that X-rays of hands affected by RA often go untreated for more than six months. According to Dr. Karim Raza, a rheumatologist in the United Kingdom, acting on the first signs of RA is crucial because the disease can be treated successfully if caught within three months. Waiting to begin treatment...
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