More than 23 percent of adults in the U.S. have arthritis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). There is no cure for arthritis but many times the pain, stiffness and swelling in the joints caused by arthritis can be managed with over-the-counter medication and home remedies. Rheumatologist Dr. Robert Koval often […]
Rheumatology
Rheumatoid Arthritis Flares May Be Predictable
Rheumatoid Arthritis Flares May Be Predictable A recent study indicates that predicting and possibly proactively treating rheumatoid arthritis flares might be possible thanks to a type of cell that seems to accumulate in the bloodstream prior to a flare. The research reports that these PRIME cells, or “pre-inflammation mesenchymal” cells, are a type of stem […]
New Drug Combination May Help Ease Fatigue Caused by RA
New Drug Combination May Help Ease Fatigue Caused by RA A study presented at the 2020 conference of the European E-Congress of Rheumatology shows that methotrexate and prednisone, two prescription drugs commonly prescribed for rheumatoid arthritis, can help ease fatigue when started early in a patients’ treatment plan. Fatigue is a symptom of rheumatoid arthritis […]
Myths About Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing spondylitis, a chronic form of inflammatory arthritis that primarily targets the spine, can be hard to diagnose, leaving many patients looking for answers to their symptoms. Rheumatologist Dr. Joseph Martinez recently helped clarify some common AS misconceptions on HealthCentral. One myth is that only white people are diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis. “Population studies do […]
Slide Show Explains 11 Ways to Save on RA Prescription Costs
In addition to managing painful and ongoing swelling, many people suffering from rheumatoid arthritis (RA) also often contend with juggling the costs of treatment. An RA patient’s prescription costs can sometimes amount to thousands of dollars annually, depending on their type of health insurance. Fortunately, there are “11 Best Ways to Save on Your RA […]
