The course of rheumatoid arthritis differs from person to person. For some patients, they disease becomes less aggressive over time and symptoms may improve. Other people develop a more severe form of the disease, which can lead to serious complications that affect not only the joints but other areas of the body including organs. Fortunately, for many patients newer treatments are helping slow the progression of the disease and preventing severe disability.
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Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Prevention There is no way to prevent rheumatoid arthritis. Treatment The treatment of rheumatoid arthritis has improved dramatically in the past 50... Read more »
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Rheumatoid Arthritis
Goals of Treatment for Rheumatoid ArthritisThe primary goals of treatment for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) include: Alleviating joint-related symptoms... Read more »